Hospice Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) – HospiceField-Based | Patient & Family-Centered | End-of-Life CareAt VitalCaring, we don't just provide care - we walk alongside patients and families during life's most meaningful moments. As a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN), you play a vital role in delivering comfort, dignity, and compassionate support at the end of life. This is a role for a nurse who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment and is called to make a lasting impact through presence, empathy, and clinical excellence.Why Join VitalCaring?Meaningful, one-on-one patient care focused on comfort and quality of lifeAutonomy with support – manage your caseload with a collaborative interdisciplinary teamMake a lasting impact on patients and families during life's most important momentsStrong team partnership with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aidesA purpose-driven culture grounded in compassion, respect, and excellenceRole OverviewAs a Hospice RN at VitalCaring, you are more than a nurse - you are the clinical leader, advocate, and steady guide for your patients and their families.You'll lead the plan of care, manage symptoms, and ensure every patient receives personalized, comfort-focused care aligned with their goals and wishes. Through each visit, you bring not only clinical expertise, but also reassurance, clarity, and compassion.What You'll DoLead Patient-Centered Hospice CareConduct comprehensive patient and family assessmentsDevelop and manage individualized, comfort-focused care plansDeliver skilled nursing care with a focus on pain and symptom managementServe as the Care CoordinatorAct as case manager, coordinating care across the interdisciplinary teamCollaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aidesMonitor patient condition and adjust care plans to maintain comfortSupport Patients & FamiliesProvide education, emotional support, and guidance throughout the journeyHelp families navigate complex decisions with empathy and clarityBuild meaningful, trusting relationships in deeply personal momentsDrive Quality & ComplianceMaintain accurate, timely documentationParticipate in IDT meetings and care planningSupport quality and compliance standardsWhat You BringActive RN license (or compact eligibility)Graduate of an accredited nursing programMinimum 1 year of clinical nursing experienceStrong clinical judgment and compassionate care approachAbility to manage a caseload independentlyExcellent communication skills in sensitive situationsBasic EMR proficiencyCurrent CPR certificationValid driver's license and reliable transportationWhat Sets You ApartExperience in hospice, palliative care, or home healthStrong pain and symptom management skillsCase management and interdisciplinary care experienceAbility to quickly build trust with patients and familiesExperience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)What to ExpectField-based care in homes, facilities, and community settingsHigh autonomy with strong team supportA role centered on dignity, comfort, and quality of lifeA fast-paced, emotionally meaningful environmentBenefits That Support YouHealth & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision coveragePharmacy benefitsVirtual care and mental health supportFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)Supplemental health and life insuranceFinancial & Protection401(k) with company matchEmployee referral programPrepaid legal servicesIdentity theft protectionWork-Life Balance & PerksGenerous paid time offPet insuranceTuition and continuing education reimbursementAll employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.