Hospice Registered Nurse RN

Company: Embrace Hospice
Location: Temple
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Our Company: Embrace Hospice Overview: Our Hospice Admissions Registered Nurses (RN) are the heart of our organization! In this role, you will support your patients by providing direct care and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that both patients and their families have an optimal care experience. Take this chance to make a meaningful impact with your career today! Our comprehensive benefits include: Medical and dental benefits
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
401(k) program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vendor discounts
Responsibilities:
Complete initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patients and families
Initiate patient plan of care and reevaluate as necessary
Utilize health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis
Administer medication and treatment as prescribed by the physician in the plan of care
Counsel the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs
Complete and maintain accurate clinical notes
Communicate with the physician and participate in interdisciplinary group meetings to meet the medical and emotional needs of the patient and family/caregivers
Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited nursing school with current licensure to practice in state of operation
1 year nursing experience required, 3+ years preferred
Experience in hospice or a similar setting preferred
Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care
Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence
About our Line of Business: Embrace Hospice provides customized end-of-life care with quality and compassion for families throughout the San Antonio and Dallas area. Embrace works to create a plan that best fits the diagnosis and home environment designed for both the patient and the family. For more information about Embrace Hospice, please visit

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