Hospice 7-on-7-off Registered Nurse - Fort Worth

Responsibilities

Initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the impact of the terminal disease on the patients physical, functional, psychological, 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). Apply specific criteria for admissions and re-certifications to hospice care to establish appropriate levels of care and the patient’s eligibility. Implement/develop/document the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care and recommend revisions to the plan as necessary. Consult 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. Provide training to other staff as needed. Determine scope and frequency of service needed based on acuity and patient/family needs. Assess the ability of the caregiver to meet the patient’s immediate needs upon admission and throughout care. Initiate appropriate preventative 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. Provide clinical directions to the Hospice Aide and LPN/LVN to ensure quality and continuity of service provided. Prepare clinical and progress notes that demonstrates progress towards established goals. Ensure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation. Inform physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s needs and outcomes of interventions, while evaluating patient and family response to care. Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third-party payor. Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency. Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies. Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call service to patients and families as assigned. Provide effective communication to patient, family, team members, and other health care professionals.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Association or Baccalaureate School of Nursing. Current license as a registered nurse (RN) and/or accordance with the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), current Driver’s License. Two years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting preferred, hospice preferred. Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills preferred in palliation of end-of-life. Proof of current CPR. Must read, write and comprehend English. Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance. Why Should You Apply? You want to be a part of a company with a strong future You want to be a part of the solution in caring for seniors that need quality people in their corner You want to be on an amazing team with a positive and award-winning company culture You want to work alongside kind people that seek to do the right thing and put patients first You want to live out your calling and are more than happy to help You want to give back to the local community by participating in service projects You are eager to discover what sets Reliant at Home’s Bluebird Nation apart Other Benefits Competitive compensation package Mileage reimbursement for work related travel Company vehicles available for select roles Medical, vision, and dental insurance Health Savings Account available with company contribution Generous paid holidays and vacation 401k with company match Company sponsored life insurance Now is the time for you to be involved in the care of our patients and the exciting expansion of Reliant at Home!