Hospice: RN - FT - Amarillo Area

FMC Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FMC Services in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care in patient homes within the hospice program. The RN will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and referring agencies to ensure seamless, compassionate service.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, developing and implementing care plans, and ensuring accurate documentation. A Texas RN license and reliable transportation are required; hospice experience is

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Texas Driver's License.
• Two years experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting preferred, hospice preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills. English reading/writing/comprehension required.

Responsibilities

• Administer skilled nursing care in patients' homes.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team and families.
• Coordinate care with referring agencies and ensure seamless service.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interpersonal skills

English literacy

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/ADN/BSN)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hospice - Amarillo, TX 79106

Job Summary

Primary functions are to administer skilled nursing care for patients/families of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family and referring agency; and assume the responsibility for coordination of care.

Reports to

Director of Nursing

Job Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• Licensure: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or in accordance with the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), current Texas Driver's License.
• Experience: Two years experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting preferred, hospice preferred.
• Skills: Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills. Specialized skills preferred in palliation and end-of life. Must read, write and comprehend English.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in patient homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, inpatient unit, offices, and other environments in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort

Prolonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs; and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family individualized psycho-social needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.