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Palliative Care Nurse (RN) The registered nurse is a member of the core interdisciplinary group whose primary function is to assess physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of the seriously ill patient and family. The registered nurse is designated to provide coordination of care, ensure continuous assessment of each patient s and family s needs, and to work with the interdisciplinary group to implement the plan of care. - Monday - Friday 8am-5pm - Face to Face visits Inpatient Palliative Care Consults at Sentara Hospital- some community visits as needed - Mileage Reimbursement $0.70 per mile and free roadside assistance Job Duties Provides expert, individualized coordination of care to patients and families. Completes initial and on-going comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessment of the patient and family to identify needs and areas for intervention. Ensures appropriate referrals to specialists when indicated and support...