Hospice RN / Registered Nurse

River Valley Home Health and Hospice; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Nurses On Wheels is hiring a Full-Time Hospice Registered Nurse to provide high-quality in-home hospice care, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to support patients and families. The role focuses on assessment, plan development, medication administration, and education in a home-care setting.

The position requires NLN-accredited nursing education, at least two years of nursing experience (hospice/public health preferred), active nursing licensure, CPR, and a valid driver’s license for

Qualifications

• Graduate of NLN-accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience (hospice/public health preferred).
• Current licensure to practice nursing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient/family assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Coordinate patient care as Case Manager and ensure smooth handoffs.
• Educate patients and families on self-care techniques and disease management.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and communicate with physicians and other health professionals.
• Participate in on-call duties and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Medication administration

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

NLN-accredited nursing program

Job description

Full-Time Hospice RN / Registered Nurse

Are you passionate about providing life-changing service to patients? Do you thrive in a dynamic and compassionate team environment? If so, we have an immediate opening for Hospice Registered Nurse.

Job Overview:

The Hospice RN plans, organizes, and directs hospice care, with a focus on community health education and experience. As an Hospice RN, you will utilize your nursing skills to provide professional care, assess patient needs, develop care plans, administer medications, and coordinate patient care. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with the interdisciplinary group to ensure the emotional well-being of patients and their families.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Patient Care

• Complete initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs
• Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process
• Develop care plans and establish goals based on nursing diagnosis
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and self-care
• Act as a Case Manager to coordinate patient care

Communication

• Maintain accurate clinical notes and records
• Communicate with physicians and community health professionals
• Teach patients and families self-care techniques
• Ensure a safe environment for patients
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary group to meet emotional needs

Additional Duties

• Participate in on-call duties
• Coordinate necessary items and services
• Supervise ancillary personnel
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education
• Participate in quality assessment performance improvement activities

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of a National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience, preferably in public health, home care, or hospice
• Current licensure to practice professional nursing
• Excellent observation, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement

At Nurses On Wheels, we strive to provide excellent care for individuals of all ages and in all stages of life. Our goal is to help you maintain the highest quality of life in the comfort of your own home. We understand the importance of family and we do our best to treat your family like our own. We are here to support, listen, and respond to your care with compassion and understanding.