Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Centric Home Health and Hospice; Little Elm (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Centric Home Health and Hospice in Texas is seeking a dedicated Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate in-home hospice care, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments and developing plans of care with an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will hold a current RN license, CPR certification, and excellent communication skills, with willingness to travel locally to patient homes.

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical hospice or home health experience preferred.
• Current RN license in good standing.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel locally to patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments to determine hospice eligibility and needs.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, self-care, nutrition, and end-of-life needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LPNs/LVNs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and progress; participate in on-call rotation.
• Adapt to varying home environments and ensure infection control and safety procedures.

Skills

Clinical experience

RN license

Communication skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/ADN/Bachelor)

Job description

About us

Caring for others is a special calling, and at Centric Home Health and Hospice, we're here to help you do just that. We're a private, local healthcare provider dedicated to offering top-notch Skilled Home Health and Hospice services. Our goal is to provide exceptional patient care while supporting our staff every step of the way. We're committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance, so you can feel confident in the care you're providing.

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in hospice and will be responsible for patient visits. This role requires excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of patient needs, and the ability to coordinate care effectively across multiple disciplines.

Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments ensuring hospice eligibility criteria is met
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, self-care, nutrition, and end-of-life needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LPNs/LVNs.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of care and progress.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to patient needs promptly.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures
• Uphold agency policies and professional standards

Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor's).
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) state license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Two years of clinical experience required; hospice experience preferred.

Work Environment

• Care provided in patient homes under varying conditions.
• Exposure to infectious diseases, blood, and bodily fluids possible.
• Requires local travel and ability to work a flexible schedule.
• May involve prolonged standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.