Hospice Registered Nurse
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
- Local household income
- $65,056/yr
- Metro price level
- 5% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
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.
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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