RN - PRN (50274)
Hospice Austin · Austin, Texas, US
Job Location: Christopher House - Austin, TX 78702Position Type: PRNJob Shift: Flexible JOB TITLE: RN DEPARTMENT: Christopher House Clinical POSITION SUMMARY...
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Job DetailsJob Location: Christopher House - Austin, TX 78702Position Type: PRNJob Shift: Flexible JOB TITLE: RN: DEPARTMENT: Christopher House Clinical: POSITION SUMMARY: The Hospice Registered Nurse delivers specialized nursing care to patients in an inpatient setting, focusing on symptom management, comfort, and quality of life. The RN performs comprehensive assessments of physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs, implements individualized care plans, and provides expert clinical interventions. Responsibilities include educating patients and families on disease progression and end-of-life care, while offering emotional support throughout the stay. The nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate services, communicates changes in patient status, and ensures accurate documentation. Additional duties include supervising support staff, managing medications and equipment, and preparing patients and families for transitions or end-of-life events. This role requires strong clinical judgment, compassionate communication, and commitment to maintaining patient dignity in a residential care environment. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: REPORTS TO: Team Lead: SUPERVISES: None:...