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The Hospice Care Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for managing a caseload of home care and facility-based hospice patients. This role includes creating and evaluating care plans, delivering direct patient care, and ensuring interdisciplinary collaboration. The RN will assist facilities in identifying prospective hospice patients, provide in-service training, and participate in on-call and rotating weekend/holiday schedules.  

• Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and physicians.  

• Regularly review and update care plans to address patients' evolving needs.  

• Conduct clinical, functional, and emotional assessments to identify issues and track progress.  

• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams through effective communication and case conferences.  

• Provide direct therapeutic interventions with appropriate physician approval.  

Supervision and Delegation

• Supervise and delegate tasks to Home Health Aides and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).  

• Develop and revise care plans for paraprofessional services in alignment with agency policies.  

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete and submit required clinical documentation accurately and promptly.  

• Utilize laptop systems to document care plans, clinical notes, and other records during on-site visits, ensuring timely data transmission.  

Facility and Community Support

• Manage hospice patients within assigned facilities and conduct community hospice visits as needed.  

• Facilitate case management meetings and provide in-service training for staff, patients, and families.  

On-Call and Rotational Duties

• Participate in night shift rotations with the hospice team.  

• Cover weekend and holiday shifts as part of a rotating schedule.  

Performance Expectations

• Timely coordination of patient care plans and interdisciplinary communication.  

• Effective delegation and supervision of ancillary personnel.  

• Accurate and prompt documentation in compliance with agency standards and regulatory requirements.  

• Deliver compassionate and patient-centered hospice care.  

• Active RN State License.  

• Prior experience in hospice or palliative care nursing is preferred.  

• Strong organizational and critical thinking abilities.  

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.  

• Proficiency in electronic health records and mobile documentation systems.