Compassionate Hospice RN - Home Care PRN

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

CEU reimbursement

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Supplemental insurance

Employee recognition program

Job summary

The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) at Cantex Continuing Care Network provides skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes and coordinates care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, and families. The RN conducts comprehensive assessments and manages care plans to ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and seamless hospice delivery.

This role requires strong clinical assessment, exceptional communication, and the ability to work independently in a home-based

Qualifications

• RN licensed per state requirements
• Hospice experience preferred
• Home Care Home Base (HCHB) experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Knowledge of hospice regulations, documentation, and care planning preferred
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto liability insurance
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive nursing assessments for hospice patients
• Develop, implement, and update individualized hospice plans of care to ensure quality and continuity of care
• Coordinate patient care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, and families
• Educate patients and families on disease process, medications, symptom management, and end-of-life care
• Determine scope and frequency of nursing services based on patient condition and care needs
• Supervise and provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LVN/LPN staff
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record
• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Ensure compliance with Medicare hospice regulations, documentation standards, and agency policies
• Participate in case conferences, IDT meetings, and care coordination activities
• Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with third-party payer and hospice requirements
• Promote hospice philosophy and provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Documentation

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

English proficiency

Driver's license

Education

RN license / registered nurse

Tools

HCHB experience

EMR / electronic medical record

Job description

The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) at Cantex Continuing Care Network provides skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes and coordinates care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, and families. The RN conducts comprehensive assessments and manages care plans to ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and seamless hospice delivery.

This role requires strong clinical assessment, exceptional communication, and the ability to work independently in a home-based