A professional caregiver who plans, provides, and directs patient care and teaching, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with patient care standards and physicians orders. He/She acts as a liaison between physician, patient and family, and collaborates with other health care members. He/She assists in the orientation process of new personnel, and may participate in Health Center and department committees. The Hospice RN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity.