Travel Hospice Registered Nurse - $2,006 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Home Health Hospice Palliative Care RN for a travel nursing job in Bastrop, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Hospice Palliative Care RN
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Hospice Case Manager role in a home health setting, requiring HCHB/Oasis experience and admission competency with on-call availability.

Details

• Home health and hospice setting serving patients across a wide geographic territory in central Texas
• Caseload of approximately 4–6 patients per day, with a target of 30 points per week (equivalent to 40 hrs/week)
• Patient population is primarily geriatric, receiving in-home hospice and palliative care
• Cases include in-home patient care, interdisciplinary care coordination, and plan of care development and oversight
• Charting is completed using HCHB (Homecare Homebase) and OASIS; all documentation must be completed at the patient's home
• Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (5x8-hour shifts)
• Weekend availability required as needed
• On-call rotation required, including approximately one night of call per week (details discussed at interview)
• Admissions are required as part of this role
• Travelers must be willing to travel up to 50 miles from the home base location
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or compact RN license currently in hand — no pending licenses accepted
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of hospice nursing experience required; minimum 2 years of overall clinical experience required
• Proficiency with HCHB (Homecare Homebase) and OASIS required; 1 year of experience with both preferred
• Must be comfortable performing same-day patient admissions
• Must be available for on-call rotation, including overnight call shifts
• Must be willing to travel up to 50 miles from the home base
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsible for administering skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes across diverse environments
• Coordinates care with patients, families, certifying providers, and the interdisciplinary team
• Performs comprehensive patient assessments and collaborates with providers to develop and oversee individualized plans of care
• A tablet will be assigned for charting; all documentation must be completed at the patient's home
• Non-smokers preferred, as the patient population includes individuals with COPD who are sensitive to cigarette smoke
• Scrubs in any color are acceptable
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within a 50-mile radius are accepted
• All time-off requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-730536. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Hospice/Palliative Care

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.