Hospice RN
Job in
Pearland, Brazoria County, Texas, 77588, USA
Listing for:
ADMT Caring Hospice
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-22
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Palliative Care Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Plans, coordinates, and provides hospice nursing care in accordance with the patient’s individualized plan of care.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate hospice care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary group (IDG), patients, and family members to ensure patient and family needs are met.Evaluate the effectiveness of hospice services to the patient and family on an ongoing basis.Perform initial, ongoing, and informational visits as indicated.Utilize the nursing process to provide safe, professional nursing care.Communicate with the attending physician and Hospice Medical Director regarding changes in patient condition requiring new or modified orders and updates to the plan of care.Coordinate patient services with IDG members and contracted providers as needed.Complete accurate, timely, and relevant clinical documentation in accordance with agency policy.Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings.Ensure patient plans of care remain current and reflective of patient needs.Perform on-call duties, including holidays, per agency policy and operational needs.Maintain and enhance clinical competence through in-service education, continuing education, workshops, conferences, professional involvement, and self-directed learning.Educate patients and family members regarding the dying process, plan of care, and healthcare decision-making.Provide dietary counseling appropriate to the patient’s condition and end-of-life needs.Perform death visits in accordance with agency policy.Participate in discharge planning as appropriate.Maintain current knowledge of pharmacologic therapies relevant to hospice care.Comply with all federal, state, and accreditation requirements, including Medicare and Medicaid regulations.Assist with coverage for other nursing staff as requested by a supervisor.Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing patient assessments.Obtain and document medical history from the patient and/or family, focusing on the current condition.Perform physical assessments, including vital signs, mental status, appetite, and dietary intake.Assess patient, family, and home environment to identify education and support needs.Evaluate available caregiver support and determine required services.Demonstrate knowledge of hospice levels of care and appropriately recommend transitions when indicated.Explain nursing and agency services to patients and families as part of care planning.Develop, implement, and maintain the comprehensive plan of care in collaboration with the IDG.Provide skilled nursing services, treatments, and preventive procedures as ordered by the physician.Observe, assess, and report patient responses to treatments and medications, including physical and emotional changes.Supervise and evaluate Hospice Aide services at least every 14 days and as needed.Document nursing services provided, changes in patient condition or environment, supervisory visits, care plan revisions, and discharge summaries.Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care provided to patients and families.Communicate patient care concerns and proposed solutions to the supervisor.Provide guidance and supervision to LVNs at least every 30 days.Collaborate with other healthcare agencies to ensure continuity and comprehensive care.Participate in staff development and team meetings.Prepare and maintain the Hospice Aide plan of care.JOB CONDITIONS
- Work environment may be stressful.
- Must be able to access patient homes, which may not be wheelchair accessible.
- Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and physical dexterity to perform patient assessments and care.
- Physical requirements include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, and lifting or repositioning patients as needed.
EQUIPMENT OPERATION
Use of computer systems, telephone, thermometer, blood pressure cuff, glucometer, penlight, hand hygiene supplies, and standard medical and office equipment.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Has access to patient medical records and is required to maintain confidentiality at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice.Minimum of one (1) year RN experience; hospice experience preferred.Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.Effective organizational and time-management abilities; knowledge of case management principles.Valid driver’s license with reliable, insured transportation.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Unrestricted RN license and demonstrated competency in medication administration, medication reconciliation, and nursing procedures within state scope of practice. All required competencies must be validated prior to independent patient care.Company Description
Joaquin & Ordona Health Corp is ADMT Caring Hospice:
Clinician Owned and Operated
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