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Hospice Registered Nurse

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Elysian Hospice

San Antonio, Texas

RN

Posted Aug 28

Unit
Hospice

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Role

Term
Per Diem
Practice
Homecare Homebase charting
Setting
Hospice
Accepts
RN

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About this role

Location: San Antonio, TX

The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their place of residence and coordinating patient care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, and families. The RN performs comprehensive assessments, develops and manages hospice plans of care, and ensures quality patient care and regulatory compliance throughout the hospice care process.

This role requires strong clinical assessment skills, care coordination experience, and the ability to work independently in a hospice field setting while collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a significant plus.

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Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN), licensed per state requirements

Hospice experience preferred

Home Care Home Base (HCHB) experience preferred

Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills

Experience working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team

Knowledge of hospice regulations, documentation, and care planning preferred

Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto liability insurance

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Essential Functions

Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive nursing assessments for hospice patients

Develop, implement, and update individualized hospice plans of care to ensure quality and continuity of care

Coordinate patient care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), physicians, patients, and families

Educate patients and families on disease process, medications, symptom management, and end-of-life care

Determine scope and frequency of nursing services based on patient condition and care needs

Supervise and provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LVN/LPN staff

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record

Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and interdisciplinary team members

Ensure compliance with Medicare hospice regulations, documentation standards, and agency policies

Participate in case conferences, IDT meetings, and care coordination activities

Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with third-party payer and hospice requirements

Promote hospice philosophy and provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care

We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.

Please visit cantexcc.com for more information on this location.

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Requirements

  • Registered Nurse (RN), licensed per state requirements
  • Hospice experience preferred
  • Home Care Home Base (HCHB) experience preferred
  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills
  • Experience working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
  • Knowledge of hospice regulations, documentation, and care planning preferred
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto liability insurance
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Place

City
San Antonio, Texas
Median rent
$1,324/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$65,056/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
5% below the national average

San Antonio area index 94.7, where 100 is the national average.

San Antonio blends rich Tex-Mex culture, historic missions, and a laid-back river city feel. The famous River Walk winds through downtown, while the Pearl District offers trendy dining and lofts. With no state income tax, major hospital systems, and warm weather year-round, it's an affordable, welcoming spot for nurses seeking authentic South Texas charm.

Map showing the location of San Antonio, TX
Approximate location in San Antonio, TX. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.

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Elysian Hospice is a hospice care provider based in Addison, Texas, offering compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care to patients in their place of residence. The organization serves multiple communities in Texas, with job postings indicating operations in areas such as Conroe,…

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