Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse / RN

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. They are seeking a Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to initiate care plans, assess patient needs, and coordinate care for patients in a compassionate environment. The role involves working closely with patients and their families to provide health care instructions and support self-sufficiency. Responsibilities Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis 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 Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Manager and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilize opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group Skills Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Current state license as a Registered Nurse Minimum of 1 year of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in home care, preferably in hospice Valid driver's license and reliable, insured transportation Bachelor's degree preferred Benefits 401(k) retirement savings plan Mileage reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts Disability, life, and AD&D insurance Pet insurance Company Overview Mission Healthcare is a home health and hospice services provider. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Mission Healthcare has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2024, 1 in 2022, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.