Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)

Interim HealthCare • New Orleans, LA

1d • Remote

About The Position

Being a Hospice Registered Nurse is more than a profession, it is a calling to provide comfort, dignity, and compassionate care during some of life's most meaningful moments. Hospice nurses have the unique opportunity to support patients and families through their end-of-life journey, serving as both a clinical expert and a trusted source of guidance, advocacy, and emotional support. If you are passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of others while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, hospice nursing offers a deeply rewarding career path. At Interim HealthCare, we are committed to supporting our nurses so they can focus on what matters most, caring for patients and families. As a full-time Hospice RN, you will be part of a collaborative team that values compassion, clinical excellence, and work-life balance. With a strong reputation for quality care, ongoing professional development opportunities, supportive leadership, and a culture that prioritizes both patients and employees, Interim HealthCare is a place where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact in the community every day.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN license in Louisiana
• Minimum of 1 year of home hospice nursing experience
• CPR certification
• Valid Louisiana driver’s license, auto insurance and transportation
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Clinical proficiency in nursing specialty, strong communication skills and compassion

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based care to patients with a prognosis of six months or less to live, focused on quality of life
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team comprised of a physician, LPN, CNA, HHA, social worker, chaplain and volunteers to carry out the patient’s plan of care
• Perform patient assessments, check vitals, evaluate breathing, monitor pain, administer prescribed medication and treatments.
• Develop individualized care plans that honor each patient’s goals
• Ensure accessibility of medical equipment, prescribed oxygen, medication and other supplies
• Educate family on the patient’s prognosis, changes in care plan, medication and hospice goals
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
• Participate in quality initiatives that elevate hospice care for the community

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $80,000-$88,000 annually
• Consistent & Predictable Scheduling: Full-time: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. On-call responsibilities as needed. PRN RN opportunities also available
• A Meaningful Role: True 1:1 Care that lets you truly connect with patients, supported by a collaborative, compassionate team that values your autonomy and work-life balance.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing online training and development. Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
• Comprehensive Benefits: Generous PTO & Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, and 401(k) Retirement Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed