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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Hospice RN
Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Hospice Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. In this role, you will provide specialized nursing care to terminally ill patients in their homes, hospice centers, or long-term care facilities. Your primary focus will be on improving the quality of life for patients and their families by managing pain and symptoms, offering emotional support, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams.
As a Hospice RN, you will assess patient needs, develop individualized care plans, and ensure that patients receive the highest standard of comfort care. You will work closely with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare providers to deliver holistic and patient-centered services. Your ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their families is essential in this role.
This position requires strong clinical skills, emotional resilience, and a deep understanding of end-of-life care. You must be able to work independently, manage multiple cases, and respond promptly to changes in patient conditions. Flexibility, compassion, and a commitment to preserving dignity and comfort for patients are key attributes for success in this role.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families during one of the most critical times in their lives, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide direct nursing care to hospice patients in various settings
- Assess patient conditions and develop individualized care plans
- Administer medications and manage pain and symptom control
- Coordinate care with physicians, social workers, and other team members
- Educate patients and families about the hospice process and care expectations
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities
- Respond to patient emergencies and adjust care plans as needed
- Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews
- Ensure compliance with hospice policies, procedures, and regulations
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Current and valid RN license
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple patients
- Knowledge of end-of-life care practices and pain management
- CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts
- Empathy, compassion, and emotional resilience
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a current RN license in this state?
- How many years of hospice or palliative care experience do you have?
- Are you comfortable working independently in patients’ homes?
- Can you describe your approach to pain and symptom management?
- How do you support families during end-of-life care?
- Are you available for on-call shifts, including nights and weekends?
- Do you have reliable transportation for home visits?
- How do you handle emotionally challenging situations?
- Are you familiar with electronic medical records systems?
- What motivates you to work in hospice care?
