RN Hospice PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care with a patient-centered approach and to develop care plans while tracking patient progress.

The role requires an RN license and an Associate's degree with at least one year of relevant experience. A BLS certification within 30 days of hire is required, and the team emphasizes ethics, privacy, and compassionate communication.

Qualifications

• RN license and an Associate's degree or higher.
• One year of relevant hospice or medical-surgical experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and privacy policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and revise patient care plans for outcomes.
• Evaluate nursing practice quality and support evidence-based changes.
• Create a safe environment, manage pain, and build therapeutic relationships.
• Respect patient and family differences in an individualized plan of care.
• Maintain patient privacy, autonomy, dignity, and rights while addressing ethics.
• Educate patients, families, and team members to support informed healthcare decisions.
• Collaborate with the care team to create and adjust care plans.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Ethics

Education

Associate's degree

RN licensure

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

As a Hospice Registered Nurse, one coordinates patient care with a patient-centered approach and evaluates health responses. They create care plans and track patient progress.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Develop, implement, and revise care plan for patient outcomes.
• Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, including delicate indicators. Help evidence-based practice changes through research. Quality and performance improvement initiatives are part of your role.
• Create a safe, helpful environment for patients, families, and team members. Build therapeutic relationships, manage pain, and set boundaries to succeed.
• Respect and incorporate a patient's and family's unique differences into an individualized plan of care.
• Maintain patient and family privacy, autonomy, dignity, and rights. Create a plan reflecting their values and goals. Resolve ethical or clinical issues.
• Help educate patients, families, and team members to make informed solutions about healthcare and treatments.
• Work with others to create a care plan, being open and attentive to everyone's ideas.

Key Success Factors

• A deep knowledge of medical ethics and patient privacy rights is essential.
• Effective communication underpins all aspects of nursing.
• Being sociable and having the skills to interact with a variety of people will boost your performance in this role.
• Observing changes in patients' medical conditions and effectively relaying this information to other nursing staff and care providers is vital.
• Provide patient-centered care dependably, adjusting to each patient's needs and experiences with respect and consideration.
• Computer skills are important. Knowing Microsoft Office, scheduling, payroll systems, EMR, and email is crucial for the role.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree.
• One year (1) relevant work experience needed.
• Must be a registered nurse (RN).
• (BLS) Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.