Hospice Registered Nurse- RN

Partners in Home Care • Missoula, MT

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About The Position

Partners In Home Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join its Hospice team in Western Montana. The Hospice RN delivers high-quality, home-based nursing care and coordinates services for assigned patients using an interdisciplinary, patient-centered approach. The role focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for people with life-limiting illnesses, while providing guidance and support to their families.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Montana.
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
• At least one year of experience in acute care, home health, hospice, or palliative care.
• Experience providing direct patient care, including end-of-life care.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles and practices.
• Skills in pain and symptom management.
• Strong patient assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency in medication administration and understanding of pharmacological effects.
• Ability to provide bereavement and family support through empathetic communication and education.
• Effective interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Clear, compassionate verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and transfer patients as needed.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license for travel to patient homes.
• Ability to manage the emotional demands of end-of-life care.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification.
• Two or more years of experience specifically in hospice nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive hospice care focused on patient comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
• Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient goals and preferences.
• Manage and alleviate pain and other symptoms.
• Administer medications safely and accurately in accordance with protocols.
• Provide bereavement support and practical guidance to families before and after a patient’s death.
• Educate and support families on patient care, comfort measures, and the dying process.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, spiritual counselors, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families about disease progression, treatment options, and available resources.
• Maintain timely and accurate records of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Coordinate home-based services for assigned patients.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance beginning the first of the month following the start date.
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and an annual training budget.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Legal services, ID protection, pet insurance, and financial wellness programs.
• Professional autonomy supported by a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree