RN - Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
About The Position
Providence at Home with Compassus is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse to provide person-centered, home-based hospice care. The nurse assesses patient and family needs, provides professional nursing care using the nursing process, and collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop, implement, and direct individualized plans of care. The role emphasizes clinical expertise, compassion, community health education, and supporting patients’ dignity and comfort throughout end-of-life care. The nurse plans, organizes, and directs hospice services tailored to individuals and families in their home environments, and may care for patients across age groups, from premature infants through older adults. Responsibilities also include documenting care, supervising and delegating to ancillary personnel when required, supporting team-member orientation and education, maintaining professional knowledge through continuing education, and participating in on-call duties. The position requires an associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Nursing and a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of employment. A National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire. One year of registered nurse experience is preferred; experience as a Hospice CNA or Hospice LPN will be considered. The stated base compensation range is $45.73–$70.00. Additional compensation may be available for shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonuses. The posting also lists a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Compassus offers medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits, as well as career development, competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and recognition programs.
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
- Obtain National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
- Ability to perform essential functions involving regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity, and to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
- Visual acuity for close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.
- Expected exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical of a healthcare setting.
- Ability to routinely use standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience practicing as a registered nurse; experience as a Hospice CNA or Hospice LPN will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients and families to determine hospice needs.
- Complete physical assessments and histories and provide professional nursing care using all elements of the nursing process.
- Write and initiate plans of care in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
- Regularly reevaluate patient, family, and caregiver needs and revise the plan of care as necessary.
- Develop care plans with the patient, family, caregiver, and IDG, establishing goals based on nursing diagnoses and incorporating palliative nursing actions.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the IDG-approved plan of care, when applicable.
- Participate in on-call duties according to on-call procedures.
- Maintain productivity standards established by organizational guidelines.
- Complete, maintain, and submit accurate, relevant clinical notes about patient condition and care provided.
- Supervise ancillary personnel and delegate responsibilities when required.
- Participate in team-member orientation, education, and development.
- Maintain and develop professional knowledge and practice skills through continuing education and in-service classes.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs
- Career development, including leadership pathways, mentorship, and professional development
- Recognition programs
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
