Hospice Registered Nurse

Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)Join a team where compassionate care meets clinical excellence with Providence at Home with Compassus, leaders in the field of home-based hospice and palliative services. We are currently seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) who is passionate about delivering person-centered care in the home environment. In this meaningful role, you'll assess patient and family needs, provide professional nursing care grounded in the full nursing process, and work closely with our Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and direct individualized plans of care.While supporting patients and families, you'll bring expertise, empathy, and a deep commitment to helping patients live with dignity and comfort during end-of-life care.This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact every day. The Registered Nurse plans, organizes and directs Hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with an emphasis on community health education/experience.The Hospice nurse builds from the resources of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their home environments. May provide patient care to premature infants, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young, middle and older adults.Position Specific ResponsibilitiesCompletes assessment of patient and family to determine Hospice needs.Provides a complete physical assessment and history and provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.Writing and initiating Plan of Care in collaboration with the IDG.Regularly reevaluating patient/family/caregiver needs and revising the Plan of Care as necessary.Initiates the Plan of Care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.Develops a care plan in conjunction with the patient/family/caregiver and IDG which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.May administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the IDG approved Plan of Care.Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call procedures.Maintains productivity standards as set by organization guidelines.Documentation/Information Management:Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given.Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.Participates in orientation, education, and development of team members.Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.Education and/or ExperienceRequired - Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Nursing.Preferred - 1 year experience practicing as a registered nurse. Experience as a Hospice CNA or Hospice LPN will be considered.Certifications, Licenses, and RegistrationsRequired - Current, unencumbered (State of Employment) License as a Registered Nurse.Required – Within 30 days of hire - National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed).Physical Demands and Work Environment:The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.Compensation range: $40.04-$72.09The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunitiesComppassus offers a comprehensive benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more