Job Summary: Primary functions are to administer nursing care for clients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/family and referring agency; and assume the responsibility for coordination of care. Reporting Responsibility:: Reports to Managing Director of Hospice Essential Functions Assess hospice patients to identify the physical, psycho social, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report, and evaluations. Implement/develop/document the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Provide clinical directions to the Hospice Aide/LVN to ensure quality and continuity of service provided. Assure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation. Assist in the training of new nurses and aides as needed. Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency. Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies. Perform admissions of new patients as the need arises. Manage schedule with correct prioritization of patient need and make changes as appropriate. Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call service to patients/families as assigned in cases of emergencies Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members, and other health care professionals. Other duties as assigned