Hospice RN Per-Diem

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN): Per-Diem

Longwood Hospice - North Shore Area

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our hospice team. In this role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals and families during some of life’s most important moments.

If you are a skilled nurse who values autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and a collaborative care environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care through routine visits, admissions, and recertifications

• Perform comprehensive patient and family assessments and develop individualized care plans

• Conduct pain and symptom management assessments at every visit

• Communicate changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager and physician as needed

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with hospice policies

• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings

• Support patients and families during end-of-life care, including presence at time of death when possible

• Supervise LPNs and Home Health Aides as needed

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, HIPAA, and infection control standards

• Participate in ongoing training, quality improvement, and professional development

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience

• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Basic computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, EMR systems)

• Must pass background check and pre-employment requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hospice experience

• Prior supervisory or leadership experience

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (walking, standing, bending, etc.)

• Ability to travel to patient homes on a daily basis

• Comfortable working in varied home environments, including exposure to illness and other conditions

Why Join Us?

• Flexible per diem schedule

• Meaningful, patient-centered work

• Supportive interdisciplinary team

• Opportunity to make a real impact in patients’ lives

If you’re a dedicated RN looking to provide compassionate end-of-life care, apply today to join our hospice team.