Hospice RN-Per Diem

Inspire Hospice and Palliative Care • Athens, GA

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About The Position

As a Hospice Registered Nurse, you will provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients and families in their homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities. You will apply clinical expertise and the hospice philosophy to help patients receive comfort and support. The position involves direct patient care, education and support for patients and families, collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, and accurate documentation and coordination of care. The role calls for a dependable, compassionate, solutions-oriented nurse committed to excellence and dignified, person-centered end-of-life care.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospice, palliative care, home health, oncology, or case management experience.
• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills.
• Experience educating patients and caregivers.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR/EMR) documentation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• A compassionate, patient-first mindset and commitment to dignified, person-centered end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality bedside care to patients and their families.
• Deliver care in patients’ homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities.
• Manage patient symptoms with clinical expertise and empathy.
• Support patients and families throughout the hospice journey.
• Educate patients and families about disease progression, end-of-life care, self-care techniques, and nutrition.
• Help patients and families understand their care and what to expect throughout the hospice journey.
• Provide compassionate support while honoring each patient’s needs and wishes.
• Work closely and communicate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care.
• Accurately document assessments, progress notes, care plans, and physician orders.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
• Communicate patient needs and changes in condition appropriately to the care team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits; benefits vary by position and employment status.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive, collaborative culture.

What This Job Offers

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