Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Dynamic, team-oriented work environment
• Strong, supportive company culture
• Growth and development opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement at current federal rate
• PTO, paid holidays, and sick days
• 401(k) matching
• 401(k)

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Compassionate Care!
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of others? At Compassionate Care , we believe our employees are the heart of everything we do. We foster a supportive, respectful, and team-oriented environment where professionals can grow, feel valued, and make a lasting impact.

Established in 2003, Compassionate Care has grown into one of California’s most trusted providers of home health, hospice, and in-home care services. We proudly care for patients in the comfort of their own homes across Fresno, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Kings, Tulare, Kern, and San Luis Obispo Counties, and we continue to grow. Join a team where compassion has purpose and the work you do truly matters. 

Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
Service Area: Ridgecrest and surrounding territories

Compensation:

• Hybrid hourly and Paid Per Visit (PPV) compensation model
• Opportunity to earn overtime.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to hospice patients and families according to the plan of care, physician orders, and applicable state regulations. Responsibilities include:

• Completing initial and ongoing comprehensive patient and family assessments to determine hospice needs.
• Developing, implementing, and updating individualized plans of care.
• Evaluating patient conditions and adjusting care plans as needed.
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Providing education, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families.
• Assisting with activities of daily living while promoting comfort and independence.
• Acting as Case Manager when assigned.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and communicating patient status changes to physicians.
• Coordinating care with physicians, community providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ensuring a safe patient environment and coordinating necessary equipment and services.
• Supervising hospice aides and ancillary personnel and delegating responsibilities as appropriate.
• Participating in on-call duties, quality improvement activities, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintaining professional knowledge and skills through continuing education and training.

Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license and current CPR certification.
• Minimum of one year of professional nursing experience within the last three years, or a qualifying baccalaureate degree in nursing with an active RN license.
• Two years of nursing experience, including at least one year in public health, home health, or hospice preferred.
• Acute care experience preferred.
• Strong observation, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-directed and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle meeting company requirements.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including walking, standing, lifting, and bending.

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.

Compassionate Care – Exceptional Care, Delivered with Heart.

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