Registered Nurse, RN PRN

NHC Careers•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Caris Healthcare’s Registered Nurse provides nursing care to patients according to physician orders. The role assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates total patient care and nursing care plans. Caris Healthcare provides hospice care throughout the Southeast region and describes its mission as providing hospice care with grace. Team members commit to “The Better Way,” a set of promises to colleagues and customers reflecting the company’s values of compassion, accountability, respect, integrity, and service. The position pays $30.00–$45.00 per hour, depending on experience and responsibilities.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state of operation.
Nursing experience is required.
Must have sound knowledge of nursing principles, procedures, and elements of patient and family teaching.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hospice or home health.

Responsibilities

Assess, monitor, and document patients’ symptoms using required software.
Collaborate with patients, families, partners, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care.
Advocate for patients by providing information about patient rights, grievance procedures, reimbursement procedures, and patient and family responsibilities.
Observe and evaluate patients’ physical and emotional status, safety factors, and family dynamics to determine caregiver education needs.
Supervise, evaluate, and direct aides and licensed practical nurses in accordance with guidelines and regulations.
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and provide backup assistance as requested.