Hospice - FT - Registered Nurse (RN) - Eden, TX $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Frontpoint Health•Eden, TX

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to clients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinates care with the interdisciplinary group, patient and family, and referring agency, and assumes responsibility for coordination of care. The position is with High Plains Senior Care Hospice in Eden, Texas. The posting lists a salary of $80,000–$85,000 and a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Associate or baccalaureate degree from a school of nursing.
Texas state licensure as a Registered Nurse, or licensure in accordance with Nurse Licensure Compact rules.
Nursing skills consistent with generally accepted standards of practice.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Sensitivity to issues of loss and grief.
Ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
Reliable transportation.
State driver’s license.
CPR certification.
TB health screen or TB test/CXR according to policy.
Hepatitis B vaccination consent or declination.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting is preferred.
Hospice or home health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Promote the hospice mission, goals, and philosophy.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
Comply with policies, procedures, and regulations defining the scope of practice.
Promote the security and safety of Protected Health Information.
Participate in programs and committees as requested.
Participate in ongoing education as required.
Perform information visits, eligibility assessments, and admissions as assigned.
Assess patient and caregiver needs and provide education as indicated.
Provide services according to the Plan of Care.
Report changes to the interdisciplinary group (IDG).
Coordinate with the patient, IDG, and physician to develop or update the plan of care.
Attend IDG meetings.
Provide supervisory visits for the Hospice Aide and Homemaker, as applicable.
Document services and submit documentation in a timely manner.
Perform on-call duties as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.