PRN Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Interim HealthCare Hospice is hiring a PRN Hospice Registered Nurse to provide home-based care to patients with six months or less to live. The role focuses on supporting patients’ quality of life and guiding patients and families through the final chapter of life. The nurse works as part of an interdisciplinary care team to carry out each patient’s plan of care and takes a holistic approach that engages the patient’s mind, body, spirit, and family. The position serves Fort Wayne, Indiana, and surrounding areas. It offers flexible assignments and autonomy, with a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. Interim HealthCare describes itself as the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of hospice nurses, operating through more than 300 offices.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Active RN license in Indiana.
- 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, focusing 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 medications and treatments.
- Ensure access to medical equipment, prescribed oxygen, medications, and other supplies.
- Educate families about the patient’s prognosis, changes in the care plan, medications, and hospice goals.
- Provide holistic care that engages the patient’s mind, body, spirit, and family.
Benefits
- Market-competitive visit rates.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Clinician-friendly EMR.
- Flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance.
- Online training, growth opportunities, and the ability to earn CEUs.
- Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.
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