Hospice Registered Nurse PRN

About the Role

The Hospice Registered Nurse provides pain management and symptom control for hospice patients, ensuring quality care as outlined by the plan of care, interdisciplinary team, physician, and Medical Director.

Responsibilities

• Delivers timely hospice services to terminally ill patients and families, operating within established care plans.
• Assesses patient/family needs during home visits and documents assessments, interventions, goals, and outcomes.
• Coordinates comprehensive care with the interdisciplinary team, physicians, and providers, ensuring continuity of care.
• Collaborates on developing, reviewing, and updating the patient/family care plan, sharing information and evaluating intervention effectiveness.
• Supervises hospice aides and LPNs, ensuring adherence to care plans and documentation standards.
• Participates in on-call rotations for after-hours, weekend, and holiday care delivery.
• Monitors patient eligibility for hospice services, completing certification and recertification documentation.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ensures compliance with healthcare standards, participates in quality improvement, and maintains accurate documentation.
• Supports community education, manages supplies efficiently, and participates in ongoing training and safety activities.

Requirements

• Current RN license in Alabama.
• At least one year of medical/surgical experience; hospice or home health experience preferred.
• Valid Alabama driver’s license, automobile insurance, and CPR certification.