Job Description
The Hospice Home Care Nurse reports to the Team Manager. He/she is responsible for identifying patient/family/facility care needs, and for providing nursing and supportive care for the terminally ill patient and their families. Education: Diploma, ADN and/or BSN from an accredited institution Licensures/Certifications: Current Maryland State license as a Registered Nurse Experience: Two years of nursing experience, or equivalent combination or education and experience. Skills Knowledgeable of universal precautions for infection control and practices safe nursing standards for self protection Strong time management skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to be patient and family focused Skill in the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) and/or ability to learn Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Completes initial assessment of patient and family to ascertain home care needs - including physical, emotional, spiritual and mental status. Prepares and implements the care plan for patient/family unit in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Group. Provides direct nursing care to patients in order to maintain highest level of care for the patient in conjunction with the primary physician. Plans and supervises the delivery of care by the HHA Cooperates with Clinical Manager in utilization of other team members, outside agencies, and community resources. Updates primary physician when necessary and regularly on a monthly basis. Updates interdisciplinary team at patient care conference Uses problem oriented charting to ensure continuity of care in a home setting or nursing home as well as inpatient or respite setting. Teaches family members, facility staff , hired caregivers, patient care skills, including: pain control, medication (RN titrates medication within prescribed range), injections, draws blood