Registered Nurse (RN) - Resource
Suncrest Hospice
Austin, TX

Hospice Resource Nurse (RN)

Why Suncrest At Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care in your area by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by allocating the resources to increase our staff-to-patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice. If you have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families, we would like to hear from you! Benefits * Actual Work/Life Balance * Competitive Pay * Bonuses! RN's are eligible to receive 5% of their earnings each pay period * Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Generous Paid Time Off * 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment * A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member * The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades Details This position will work 5 days each week in 8-hour shifts. The Resource Nurse will complete hospice admissions for new patients and assist with visits throughout the week. Admissions occur in patient homes including private residences, assisted living communities and skilled nursing facilities. This position is a contributing member of the interdisciplinary team, providing expertise regarding psych-social assessments, interventions, and knowledge of community sources. Qualifications * Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice * Works well within a team environment to collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and CNA leadership. * Work closely with patients on a 1-1 level but get strong support from a patient care team. * Can work independently and on your own from a day-to-day basis with activities which include: phone, email and written communication, meetings with a variety of healthcare professionals, and an understanding of hospice rules and regulations. * Time management skills to manage visits, documentation, meetings (i.e.: to scheduled visits, attend required meetings, respond to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging multiple concerns) * Ability to learn an electronic medical records system. * Must be willing to drive with reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance, to be able to travel across the service area RNAUS