Hospice of South Texas·Victoria, Texas
Provide direct skilled nursing care to hospice patients while coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality of care. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, implementing individualized care plans, and providing clinical direction to aides and LVNs.
Hospice of South Texas is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Inpatient Center team. This position provides direct skilled nursing care to hospice patients of all ages while coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and referring agencies to ensure continuity and quality of care. This role is ideal for nurses with strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a passion for palliative and end-of-life care. Primary Responsibilities Assess hospice patients to identify physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs Develop, implement, and document individualized plans of care Provide direct skilled nursing care in accordance with hospice standards Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team and referring providers Provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LVNs Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals Promote hospice philosophy, agency policies, and quality standards Maintain clinical competency and participate in professional development Education Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor's School of Nursing Licensure Current Texas Registered Nurse license Valid Texas Driver's License Experience Minimum two years clinical RN experience preferred Hospice or home health experience strongly preferred Skills & Competencies Strong nursing skills consistent with accepted standards of practice Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge of palliation and end-of-life care preferred Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities Transportation Reliable transportation required Current auto liability insurance Work Environment Potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases Ability to travel locally as needed Night shift with 12-hour shifts and rotating weekends PRN emergency call as needed Possible exposure to inclement weather during travel Physical Requirements Prolonged standing and walking Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with patient movement Ability to respond quickly in emergent patient situations Why Join Hospice of South Texas Mission-driven organization providing compassionate end-of-life care Supportive interdisciplinary team environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives Competitive compensation and benefits package Apply Today Apply through our careers portal or visit: https://hospice-vic.org/
Requires a nursing degree from an accredited school and a current Texas Registered Nurse license. A minimum of two years of clinical RN experience is preferred, with a strong preference for hospice or home health experience.
Market context
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