Registered Nurse-PRN

Valor Hospice; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Valor Hospice in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Part Time Registered Nurse to administer in-home nursing care for patients of all ages, coordinating with the Interdisciplinary Group, families, and referring agencies. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, plan-of-care development, and education on end-of-life care.

The RN must hold an active license, have at least 2 years of clinical RN experience (hospice preferred), and possess reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• Current state RN license and a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 2 years RN experience in a clinical setting; hospice experience preferred.
• Good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Initial and ongoing comprehensive nursing assessments of patients and families.
• Develop, implement, and document the plan of care with the IDG/Team.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, and referring agencies.
• Educate patients and families about disease process, end-of-life care, nutrition, and self-care.
• Direct and guide Hospice Aide and LPN/LVN to ensure quality care.
• Document progress notes and communicate changes to providers.
• Monitor cases for third-party payor requirements and ensure compliance.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interpersonal skills

Palliation & end-of-life

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/ASN/BSN)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: FORT WORTH, TX 76104Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $42.00 - $42.00Primary functions are to administer nursing care for patients of all ages in their place of residence and to coordinate
care with the Interdisciplinary Group/Team, patients, families, and referring agency. Assumes the responsibility for, and participates
in, the coordination of care.

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/documents the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care and recommend revisions to the plan, as necessary.
• Consults with and educate the patient and family regarding disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, nutrition, and dietary needs. Prioritize any needs with the members of the IDG/T. Provide training to other staff as needed.
• Determines scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs. Assess 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. Ensure 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 inservice 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.

QualificationsEducation:

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 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.