Hospice: RN FT - Amarillo Area

FMC Services, LLC • Amarillo, TX

4d

About The Position

Primary functions are to administer skilled nursing care for patients/families of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family and referring agency; and assumes the responsibility for coordination of care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or in accordance with the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
• Current Texas Driver's License.
• Two years experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting preferred, hospice preferred.
• Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must read, write and comprehend English.
• Reliable transportation.
• Valid and current auto liability insurance.
• Prolonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs; and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family individualized psycho-social needs.
• Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized skills preferred in palliation and end-of life.

Responsibilities

• Administer skilled nursing care for patients/families of all ages in their place of residence
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family and referring agency
• Assume the responsibility for coordination of care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree