Hospice Registered Nurse

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionVitalCaring – Deliver Care That Brings Comfort and DignityThis position will be based in the VitalCaring Weatherford, TX Hospice location and support patients through the service area.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 life• Autonomy with support – manage your caseload with a collaborative interdisciplinary team• Make a lasting impact on patients and families during life's most important moments• Strong team partnership with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aides• A 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 Care• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments• Develop and manage individualized, comfort-focused care plans• Deliver skilled nursing care with a focus on pain and symptom managementServe as the Care Coordinator• Act as case manager, coordinating care across the interdisciplinary team• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aides• Monitor patient condition and adjust care plans to maintain comfortSupport Patients & Families• Provide education, emotional support, and guidance throughout the journey• Help families navigate complex decisions with empathy and clarity• Build meaningful, trusting relationships in deeply personal momentsDrive Quality & Compliance• Maintain accurate, timely documentation• Participate in IDT meetings and care planning• Support quality and compliance standardsWhat You Bring• Active RN license (or compact eligibility)• Graduate of an accredited nursing program• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience• Strong clinical judgment and compassionate care approach• Ability to manage a caseload independently• Excellent communication skills in sensitive situations• Basic EMR proficiency• Current CPR certification• Valid driver's license and reliable transportationWhat Sets You Apart• Experience in hospice, palliative care, or home health• Strong pain and symptom management skills• Case management and interdisciplinary care experience• Ability to quickly build trust with patients and families• Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)What to Expect• Field-based care in homes, facilities, and community settings• High autonomy with strong team support• A role centered on dignity, comfort, and quality of life• A 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 reimbursement All 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.#TalrooClinical#AppNursing