RN Staff Nurse

Heart to Heart Hospice•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Heart to Heart Hospice provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. The Hospice House Staff Nurse - RN observes and assesses residents, implements individualized plans of care, responds to changes in resident condition, and coordinates with physicians, residents’ points of contact, and other staff. The nurse also oversees Certified Nurse Aides, completes and submits documentation, and helps ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.

Requirements

Current state Registered Nurse license.
Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as an RN, preferably in a healthcare or clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Observe, assess, document, and report residents’ conditions and any changes during rounds.
Implement individualized plans of care as directed.
Identify significant changes in residents’ conditions and take necessary action according to facility policies and procedures.
Oversee and monitor Certified Nurse Aides.
Discharge residents according to facility procedures.
Complete a Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls before contacting a physician about a change in a resident’s condition.
Communicate with a resident’s point of contact when they request a status update or when there is a change in condition.
Provide training to other staff as needed.
Use excellent customer care skills with internal and external customers, including proper phone etiquette.
Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as required.
Ensure overall compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.