Registered nurse unit manager vs hospice registered nurse

Differences between registered nurse unit manager and hospice registered nurse duties and responsibilities

Registered nurse unit manager example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Obtain weekly wind care measurements and assessments with completion of wind care flow sheets and given to MDS assessor.
• Provide and coordinate direct patient care on a skil nursing rehabilitation unit.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance by monitoring and educating staff as needed.
• Assure that unit practices are consistent with professional nursing standards, regulatory and HIPAA requirements.
• Monitor resident s consumption levels (monthly and weekly weights) and report significant weight loss to the MDS coordinator.
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Hospice registered nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Follow plan of care for dying patients with care and compassion to minimize pain and discomfort.
• Promote health and rehabilitation of patients through teaching, supervising, counseling and appropriate preventative and treatment measures.
• Assist with ADL's, teach patients and their family members how to live safely in their home.
• Assist staff with transition to new EMR.
• Review ADR process and assist with appeals process.
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