Hospice Registered Nurse: Family-Centered Care Champion

Three Oaks Hospice, Inc.; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Three Oaks Hospice, Inc. in Texas is seeking an experienced RN to administer skilled nursing care for clients in home settings and to coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and referring agencies.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, implementing and adjusting the plan of care, patient/family education, and on-call responsibilities to ensure high-quality hospice care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Associate or bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Current state RN license and valid driver’s license.
• Two years’ RN experience in clinical care; hospice/home health preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and ethical standards.
• Demonstrates skilled nursing practice and adaptability to family needs.

Responsibilities

• Initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patient needs and ADLs.
• Implement the individualized plan of care and revise as needed.
• Educate patients and families about disease process, self-care, and end-of-life care.
• Initiate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
• Prepare progress notes showing advancement toward goals.
• Coordinate all patient/family services with the IDT.
• Refer to other services as needed and inform physicians of changes.
• Determine scope and frequency of services based on acuity and needs.
• Assess caregiver ability and provide support resources.
• Communicate using current organization processes and technology.
• On-call responsibilities and coverage for assigned patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ethics and professionalism

Tech proficiency

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Three Oaks Hospice, Inc. in Texas is seeking an experienced RN to administer skilled nursing care for clients in home settings and to coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and referring agencies.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, implementing and adjusting the plan of care, patient/family education, and on-call responsibilities to ensure high-quality hospice care.