Hospice RN - Home Health & Care Coordination

Riverside Nursing Center of Thomaston; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide intermittent visiting nursing care in Newport News, VA. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and Director, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes end-of-life care, symptom management, and education for patients and families, with supervision of LPN/LVN and Home Health Aides.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) required to practice in Virginia.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Acute Care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates total nursing care for assigned patients on an intermittent visiting basis.
• Develops a comprehensive initial assessment and ongoing care plan based on patient needs and diagnoses.
• Completes all required clinical documentation per RHS standards and regulatory requirements.
• Implements and revises individualized care plans; manages patient comfort and end-of-life symptom relief.
• Co-ordinates care with interdisciplinary team and directs non-professional staff.
• Supervises LPN/LVN and Home Health Aides, providing hospice training and delegating tasks as needed.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Nursing (Preferred)

Job description

Riverside Health System is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide intermittent visiting nursing care in Newport News, VA. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and Director, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes end-of-life care, symptom management, and education for patients and families, with supervision of LPN/LVN and Home Health Aides.