Registered Nurse (RN) - Community Hospice Albany&Rensselaer Counties

Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse

Join this satisfied Hospice Employee! "It is a beautiful thing when a career and a passion come together! This is exactly how I feel since becoming a Community Hospice RN. Caring for our patients is a rewarding life changing experience. Our environment fosters teamwork, I have truly met some of the most amazing people who have made a lifelong impact. I work Monday through Friday with no weekends or holidays or on-call! For me, this creates work life balance. I absolutely love my job!" Teresa A.

Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) Hospice Home Care Capital Region

Service Area: Albany and Rensselaer Counties

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30 pm

The Community Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Hospice Home Care team. This rewarding opportunity allows you to provide exceptional, patient-centered care while supporting patients and families in the comfort of their homes.

Why Join The Community Hospice?

• Meaningful Work - Make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families during their hospice journey. Provide comfort, support, education, and compassionate care in the home setting. Build meaningful relationships while providing individualized, patient-centered care.
• Collaborative Team Environment - Work closely with an interdisciplinary team that includes: Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Hospice Aides, Physicians, Social Workers, Chaplains, Complementary Therapists, Volunteers
• Comprehensive Training & Support - Thorough orientation program. Specialized training in end-of-life and hospice care. Dedicated preceptors and ongoing mentorship.
• Supportive team environment - focused on professional growth and success.
• Prioritizing Your Safety: Ensuring your safety is our top priority. From comprehensive training to providing necessary protective equipment, we're committed to creating a secure environment for you as you deliver exceptional care in our clients' homes.
• National pre-taxed mileage reimbursement
• Meetings and charting conducted via supplied laptop
• Full benefits through St Peters Health partners

Position Summary: As a Hospice Home Care RN, you will coordinate and provide skilled nursing care to patients and families receiving hospice services at home. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, you will help develop and implement individualized care plans that promote comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

Responsibilities:

• Perform nursing assessments and provide skilled hospice care in the home setting.
• Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans of care.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes to the care team
• Provide education, support, and guidance to patients and caregivers.
• Promote comfort-focused care and symptom management.
• Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation.

What you will need:

• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
• Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
• 1 year experience as an RN required-preferably in Hospice/Home Care or acute care.
• Valid Driver's License and Reliable vehicle
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical assessment skills.
• Previous home care, hospice or palliative care experience preferred but not required

No Hospice Experience? No Problem! We welcome nurses who are interested in learning more about hospice care and are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Learn More About Hospice Nursing! We are happy to arrange a ride-along opportunity with one of our experienced preceptors so you can gain firsthand insight into the rewarding work of hospice nursing.

Apply Today! Join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and excellence in care.

Pay Range: $38.00-$50.18 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.