South Dallas Hospice Registered Nurse

SouthWest Palliative Plus; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthWest Palliative Plus is seeking a Hospice RN to deliver compassionate nursing care in patients' homes, leading interdisciplinary coordination. You will assess needs, educate families, and document care to ensure high-quality end-of-life support.

You will supervise aides and LVNs, maintain accurate records, and work closely with families, IDT, and referring agencies to optimize comfort and quality of life for patients.

Qualifications

• Current state license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Clinical care setting experience, hospice preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care in patients' residence with compassion.
• Coordinate care with IDT, patients, families, and referring agencies.
• Perform comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of physical, functional, and psychosocial needs.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans.
• Provide clinical direction and supervision to Hospice Aides and LVNs.

Skills

RN license

Hospice experience

Patient lifting

Education

RN degree

Job description

Hospice RN - Registered Nurse

Job Summary

As a Hospice RN, your primary function is to administer compassionate nursing care to patients in their place of residence. You will take the lead in coordinating care with our Interdisciplinary Group (IDT), patients, families, and referring agencies to ensure the highest quality end-of-life support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patient's physical, functional, and psychosocial needs.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized plans of care to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Educate patients and their families regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and end-of-life care.
• Provide clinical direction and supervision to Hospice Aides and LVNs.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation.

Qualifications.

• Current state license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Clinical care setting experience, with hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and valid auto liability insurance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely move patients.