Field RN

Community Healthcare of Texas; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Healthcare of Texas is seeking a Field RN in Texas to meet with patients and families, explain hospice services, coordinate admissions, and manage ongoing plans of care.

The role requires a Texas RN license, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and at least two years of nursing experience; hospice experience is strongly preferred. Computer skills are expected and essential for daily documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas (RN)
• 2 years of nursing experience required
• Hospice experience strongly preferred (2+ years)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients and families to explain the scope of hospice services and coordinate admission plans.
• Coordinate admission of patients and ongoing plan of care.
• Assess patient physical condition and revise Plan of Care as needed.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families and instruct in activities of daily living.
• Complete daily paperwork and charting according to policy.
• Evaluate hospice appropriateness and communicate findings to the Case Manager

Skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse (Texas)

Job description

Community Healthcare of Texas has provided hospice and palliative care services since 1996. Our mission is to provide compassionate care for individuals living with serious illnesses while supporting their loved ones who care for them.

Community Healthcare of Texas is currently recruiting for a Field RN.

POSITION SUMMARY

Meet with patients and families to explain the scope of hospice services, coordinate admission of patients, and ongoing plan of care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assess patient's physical condition according to Plan of Care; determine and/or revise plan of care regarding medications and DME.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families while instructing them in activities of daily living.
• Complete daily paperwork and charting, thoroughly and accurately, according to Policy.
• Evaluate the patient for hospice appropriateness and complete admission visit and documentation as needed; communicate with the Case Manager on significant findings.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
• Hold a valid driver's license and have a dependable means of transportation.
• 2 years of nursing experience required
• 2+ years of experience in hospice strongly preferred
• Proficient skill using a computer is required; Microsoft Office Suite experience preferred.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.