Job Description:
Baylor Scott & White Hospice Temple is a collaborative, interdisciplinary team of professionals providing end of life care for patients and support for families in their homes. \nNurses, Home Health Aides, Case workers, Chaplains and Volunteers all work together to provide professional compassionate care. \nThe position is Monday-Friday. You will average 2-4 visits a day and there is a requirement to take back-up call . \nMileage is reimbursed\n About Us\n Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.\n Our Core Values are:\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\n Benefits\n Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.\n Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level\n Job Summary\n As a Hospice Registered Nurse, one coordinates patient care with a patient-centered approach and evaluates health responses. They create care plans and track patient progress.\n Essential Functions of the Role\n\nDevelop, implement, and revise care plan for patient outcomes.\nEvaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, including delicate indicators. Support evidence-based practice changes through research. Quality and performance improvement initiatives are part of your role.\nCreate a safe, helpful environment for patients, families, and team members. Build therapeutic relationships, manage pain, and set boundaries to succeed.\nRespect and incorporate a patient's and family's unique differences into an individualized plan of care.\nMaintain patient and family privacy, autonomy, dignity, and rights. Create a plan reflecting their values and goals. Resolve ethical or clinical issues.\nHelp educate patients, families, and team members to make informed choices about healthcare and treatments.\nWork with others to create a care plan, being open and sensitive to everyone's ideas.\n\n Key Success Factors\n\nA deep understanding of medical ethics and patient privacy rights is essential.\nEffective communication underpins all aspects of nursing.\nBeing sociable and having the skills to interact with a variety of people will boost your performance in this role.\nObserving changes in patients' medical conditions and effectively relaying this information to other nursing staff and care providers is vital.\nProvide patient-centered care responsibly, adjusting to each patient's needs and experiences with respect and consideration.\nComputer skills are important. Knowing Microsoft Office, scheduling, payroll systems, EMR, and email is crucial for the role.\n\n Belonging Statement\n We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. Qualifications\n\nAssociate's RN degree.\nOne year (1) relevant work experience needed.\nHighly prefer experience in hospice or home health\nMust be a registered nurse (RN).\n(BLS) Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.\n