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Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health & Hospice Agency
Job Description, Education & Experience Requirements
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health & Hospice
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under the direction of a physician and according to agency policies and procedures. The RN assesses patient needs, develops care plans, administers treatments, educates patients and families, and coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care and comfort.
For hospice patients, the RN focuses on pain management, symptom control, emotional support, and end-of-life care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Home Health Duties
Perform patient assessments and nursing evaluations
Develop and update individualized care plans
Administer medications and treatments as ordered
Monitor patient condition and progress
Educate patients and caregivers regarding disease management and safety
Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare staff
Complete accurate and timely documentation
Perform wound care, catheter care, IV therapy, injections, and other skilled nursing procedures
Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and agency guidelines
Hospice Duties
Provide compassionate end-of-life nursing care
Manage pain and symptoms for hospice patients
Educate families regarding hospice care and patient comfort
Provide emotional support to patients and families
Coordinate with hospice interdisciplinary team
Respond to patient emergencies and changes in condition
Assist with bereavement support as appropriate
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Licensure
Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas
Experience
Minimum 1 year nursing experience preferred
Home Health and/or Hospice experience preferred
Experience with wound care, IV therapy, and patient assessment preferred
Required Skills
Strong clinical assessment skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Knowledge of Medicare and home health regulations preferred
Compassionate and patient-centered care
Basic computer and EMR documentation skills
Time management and organizational skills
Certifications
Current CPR/BLS certification required
Valid Texas Driver License and reliable transportation required
Auto insurance required
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients
Ability to travel to patient homes
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Work Environment
Patient homes
Hospice facilities
Various community settings
Schedule
Full-time / Part-time / PRN
On-call rotation may be required
Preferred Qualifications
OASIS documentation experience
Kinnser/WellSky EMR experience
Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish or other languages)