Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)

Interim HealthCare - Great Lakes Health Partners•Town of Hudson, WI

19d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Interim HealthCare Hospice is hiring a Hospice Registered Nurse to provide home-based care to patients with six months or less to live, focusing on comfort and quality of life. The nurse supports patients and families through the final chapter of life and takes a holistic approach that engages the patient’s mind, body, spirit, and family. The RN works as part of an interdisciplinary team to carry out each patient’s plan of care. The role offers 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios, flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance. The position is based in Hudson, Wisconsin, and surrounding areas.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Active RN license in Wisconsin.
At least one year of nursing experience; hospice or home healthcare experience is ideal.
CPR certification.
Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
Clinical proficiency in nursing specialty.
Strong communication skills and compassion.

Nice To Haves

Hospice or home healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Provide home-based care to patients with six months or less to live, focused on quality of life.
Work with an interdisciplinary team—including a physician, LPN, CNA, HHA, social worker, chaplain, and volunteers—to carry out the patient’s plan of care.
Perform patient assessments, check vital signs, evaluate breathing, monitor pain, and administer prescribed medication and treatments.
Ensure medical equipment, prescribed oxygen, medication, and other supplies are accessible.
Educate families about the patient’s prognosis, changes in the care plan, medication, and hospice goals.
Provide holistic care that engages the patient’s mind, body, spirit, and family.