Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care to hospice patients in their place of residence and coordinates care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, families, and referral sources.
The RN is responsible for assessing patient needs, implementing the plan of care, and ensuring quality end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

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  Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments

  
  


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  Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care

  
  


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  Coordinate care with the IDT, physicians, patients, and families

  
  


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  Provide patient and caregiver education regarding disease process, medications, end-of-life care, and safety

  
  


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  Determine visit frequency based on patient needs and acuity

  
  


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