Hospice Registered Nurse

Duties of Hospice Registered Nurse Include:

• Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness.
• Conducts home visits and assesses/evaluates patient's status.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Attends and participates in Interdisciplinary Group Meetings.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and...