Hospice Registered Nurse

Description Home Health and Hospice - Sussman House Nursing Req #: 81110 Are you looking for a meaningful nursing role where compassion, connection, and patient-centered care are at the heart of every day? Join the team at Sussman House, a hospice care home located on the MaineHealth Pen Bay campus , and make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families during some of life's most important moments. Sussman House provides care for people whose symptoms are not well managed at home and who are in need of hospice care as they near the end of life. In addition to caring for terminally ill patients, the team provides support, comfort, and hospitality to families who wish to be present with their loved ones during their final days. This full‑time evening position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while working alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team committed to providing exceptional end‑of‑life care. You'll practice in a supportive environment that values dignity, compassion, communication, and respect, helping patients experience comfort and peace while supporting those who care about them most. If you're seeking a rewarding career where your clinical expertise, empathy, and presence can make a profound impact , we'd love to hear from you. Join a team that is committed to delivering compassionate hospice care while creating a welcoming and supportive environment for patients and families alike. This is a Registered Nurse 2 vacancy open to candidates with greater than 1 year of RN work experience. Sign‑On Bonus For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 0‑2 years of experience and $20,000 for experienced Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of experience! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment. Summary The MH Registered Nurse II – Inpatient Hospice, Sussman House role provides nursing care and coordinates care for terminally ill patients of all ages in their homes utilizing nursing principles, systems, and resources that affect health status and result in maximum outcome achievement. MH RN II: This level is competent in their clinical role and has demonstrated the ability to care for most patients assigned. Though not able to care for every patient type within their area of hire, demonstrates how to obtain the appropriate resources to develop required skills and knowledge over time. This level includes automatic advancement after 1 year as an RN I – must be in good standing and meet RN I requirements. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle, with vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy required. Experience: One year of recent RN experience required. Automatic advancement from RN I level if all onboarding requirements are complete, including the New Grad Residency (where applicable). Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre‑hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to View email address on click.appcast.io. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well‑being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best‑in‑class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr