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DESCRIPTION
This position provides skilled nursing care and participates in interdisciplinary care. The RN position requires good listening and communication skills, along with the capability in seemingly unrelated activities into a cohesive whole structure. Organization and planning is necessary, along with the ability to explain plans and goals to others. There is a need for knowledge and understanding of the Agency policies, procedures, and philosophies, general business practices, budgeting and finance, the regulatory climate as well as the profession and industry.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver regarding care and other identified needs related to the illness of the patient.
• Assists with the coping of the patient and family/caregiver through the anticipatory guidance of events throughout the disease process.
• Maintains close communication with the patient’s physician to report all significant changes in their condition and will collaborate with the physician to develop treatment protocols, which are consistent with Hospice palliative care guidelines.
• Evaluates the patient and family/caregiver situation, with particular attention to their physical needs, on an ongoing basis to provide an ongoing plan of care.
• Documents care provided in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Supervises LVNs, Hospice Aides, and other paraprofessionals providing care to the patient and family/caregiver.
• Coordinates services with other professional and ancillary staff.
• Assists other team members in the development of the IDT plan of care by participating in team meetings and patient care conferences .
• Counsels and provides proper emotional support to patients and their families.
• Practices only within designated Scope of Practice as defined by the Texas State Board.
• Recognize and report situations of potential harm to the patient.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities and in-services.
• Provides a safe and comfortable environment.
• Maintain the patient’s and family’s right to privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Works non-judgmentally with patients and families of various cultures, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds and lifestyles.
• Deals effectively with difficult situations by using negotiation skills to resolve conflict.
• Exhibits good listening and comprehension.
• Treats patients, families, and staff with respect and compassion.
• No gossip; do not harm others in conversation.
• Completes head-to-toe patient assessment, including identifying symptoms requiring inpatient need.
• Discharge planning to lower level of care when appropriate.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
This position requires endurance to perform tasks over long periods of work hours and the ability to perform essential functions without posing a "direct threat" in the workplace. Must be able to lift 55 pounds.
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REQUIREMENTS
Current license to practice as an RN in the State of Texas. At least one year of experience as an RN is preferred. Must be willing to travel and take after-hour calls.
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