Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) PRN

The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) provides compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals with terminal illnesses and their families. As a key member of the hospice team, you will deliver quality end-of-life care in a supportive and empathetic manner, focusing on comfort, symptom management, and emotional support.  You will work collaboratively with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a dignified and peaceful transition for patients.   

Schedule:  PRN Weekends, Nights, On-Call

Primary Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients; physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. 
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and other hospice staff.  
• Administer medications, manage pain and symptom control, and perform medical procedures as needed.
• Monitor and document patient progress, changes in condition, and response to treatments. 
• Educate patients and their families on disease progression, care options, and symptom management. 
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care. 
• Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families, addressing their concerns and facilitating discussions about end-of life care. 
• Coordinate with other members of the hospice team to ensure comprehensive and continuous care. 
• Advocate for patients’ preferences and needs, respecting their values and wishes. 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. 
• Participate in on-call rotation as required to provide care and support after hours. 
• Perform all other duties assigned. 

Job Qualifications: 

• Valid license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state where work is performed. 
• 1 or more years of nursing experience, preferably with a focus on hospice, palliative care, or related fields. 
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of nursing principles, procedures, and best practices in long-term care. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. 
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• Understanding of regulatory requirements in hospice settings and nursing practices.
• Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.

 Physical Requirements:

• Requires a full range of body motion including the handling and lifting of patients.
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination required.
• Occasionally will lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds or greater.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• May require working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Involves exposure to communicable diseases.
• Requires a current driver’s license and the ability to drive and access a patient’s home.

Benefits: Mileage Reimbursement