Registered Nurse Katy Area

Valor Hospice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse in Houston, TX to conduct comprehensive assessments and implement care plans for patients. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice settings, and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

The role includes educating patients and families about care processes and requires a valid RN license. Reliable transportation is a must for this position.

Qualifications

• Current state license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Two years experience in clinical nursing, preferably in hospice.
• Reliable transportation with valid auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' needs.
• Educate patients and families on care and nutrition.
• Document care plans and monitor patient progress.
• Provide clinical guidance to hospice aides and LPNs.

Skills

Nursing skills

Good interpersonal skills

Palliative care skills

Communication in English

Education

Graduate from an accredited Nursing school

Job description

Job Location: Houston, TX 77056

Essential Functions

• Initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the impact of the terminal disease on the patients physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report, evaluations, and ADLs, (i.e., risk for grief, cultural and spiritual, verbal, and non‑verbal).
• Applies specific criteria for admission and re‑certification to hospice care to establish appropriate levels of care and the patient’s eligibility.
• Implements, develops, and documents the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care and recommends revisions to the plan, as necessary.
• Consults with and educates the patient and family regarding disease process, self‑care techniques, end‑of‑life care, nutrition, and dietary needs. Prioritizes any needs with the members of the IDG/T. Provides training to other staff as needed.
• Determines scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs. Assesses the ability of the care giver to meet the patient’s immediate needs upon admission and throughout care.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
• Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Provides clinical directions to the Hospice Aide and LPN/LVN to ensure quality and continuity of service provided.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes that demonstrate progress toward established goals. Ensures continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation.
• Informs physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s needs and outcomes of intervention, while evaluating patient and family response to care.
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third‑party payors.
• Demonstrates commitment and professional growth and competency by participating in the Hospice sponsored in‑service programs and maintaining or improving competency. Participates in the Hospice’s QAPI program.
• Promotes the Hospice’s philosophy and administrative policies.
• Performs on‑call responsibilities and provides on‑call services to patients and their families as assigned.
• Provides effective communication to patients, family, team members, and other health care professionals.

Qualifications and Education

Education: Graduate from an accredited Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.

Licensure: Current state license as a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or in accordance with the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for the Nurse Licensure Compact. Current driver’s license.

Experience: Two (2) years experience as a registered nurse in a clinical care setting. Hospice experience 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 and valid auto liability insurance.