Hospice Registered Nurse

Elysian-Hospice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with matching

CEU reimbursement

Vacation, sick, holidays

Medical, dental, supplemental

Mileage reimbursement

Over-productivity pay

Employee recognition program with cash

Job summary

Cantex Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes around Livingston, TX. The RN will assess, plan, and coordinate hospice care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to ensure quality, compliant care in the patient’s residence.

The role demands independent practice, strong assessment and communication skills, and proficiency with hospice documentation. Experience with HCHB and Medicare regulations is valued; a valid TX RN license is required.

Qualifications

• RN license required in Texas.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation.
• Experience working with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive nursing assessments for hospice patients.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized hospice plans of care.
• Coordinate patient care with IDT, physicians, patients, and families.
• Educate patients and families on disease, medications, symptom management, and end-of-life care.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare hospice regulations and agency policies.
• Supervise and provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LVN/LPN staff.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Care coordination

Independent work

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

HCHB experience

Job description

Location: This position will be covering Livingston, TX TerritoryBenefits:• Highly competitive compensation• Generous 401K with matching contributions• Continuing education reimbursement for professional growth• Ample vacation, sick leave, and holidays.• Over-productivity pay• Employee recognition program with financial rewards• Mileage reimbursement• Comprehensive medical, dental, and supplemental insuranceJob Summary:The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their place of residence and coordinating patient care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, and families. The RN performs comprehensive assessments, develops and manages hospice plans of care, and ensures quality patient care and regulatory compliance throughout the hospice care process.This role requires strong clinical assessment skills, care coordination experience, and the ability to work independently in a hospice field setting while collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team.Qualifications:Registered Nurse (RN), licensed per state requirementsHospice experience preferredHome Care Home Base (HCHB) experience preferredStrong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skillsExperience working within an interdisciplinary healthcare teamKnowledge of hospice regulations, documentation, and care planning preferredReliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto liability insuranceAbility to read, write, and communicate effectively in EnglishEssential Functions:Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive nursing assessments for hospice patientsDevelop, implement, and update individualized hospice plans of care to ensure quality and continuity of careCoordinate patient care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, and familiesEducate patients and families on disease process, medications, symptom management, and end-of-life careDetermine scope and frequency of nursing services based on patient condition and care needsSupervise and provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LVN/LPN staffMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical recordCommunicate changes in patient condition to physicians and interdisciplinary team membersEnsure compliance with Medicare hospice regulations, documentation standards, and agency policiesParticipate in case conferences, IDT meetings, and care coordination activitiesMonitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with third-party payer and hospice requirementsPromote hospice philosophy and provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life careWe are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.Please visit cantexcc.com for more information on this location.#HCBSRN