Hospice Registered Nurse- RN

Partners in Home Care • Hamilton, MT

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Partners In Home Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide hospice care to patients and families in Ravalli County and the Bitterroot Valley. The role focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for people facing life-limiting illnesses, and supports patients wherever they call home. The position is based in Ravalli County and may require travel to other counties within the service area.

The Hospice RN provides comprehensive, relationship-centered care and guidance to patients and their loved ones. The nurse works as part of an interdisciplinary care network and supports patients and families through end-of-life care. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an evening and weekend on-call rotation as required. The role is offered as full-time or part-time. Compensation follows the wage scales and provisions of the Montana Nurses Association CBA #32, including qualifying certifications and shift differentials.

Requirements

• Hold a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Montana.
• Have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Have at least one year of experience in acute care, home health, hospice, or palliative care.
• Have experience providing direct patient care, including end-of-life care.
• Have knowledge of hospice care principles and practices, pain and symptom management, patient assessment, critical thinking, medication administration, pharmacological effects, and bereavement support.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately, verbally and in writing.
• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and transfer patients as needed.
• Have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license for travel to patient homes.
• Be able to work in varied home environments and 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 hospice care focused on patients’ comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
• Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans that reflect patient goals and preferences.
• Manage and alleviate symptoms, including pain.
• Administer medications safely and accurately according to applicable protocols.
• Provide bereavement support and practical guidance to families before and after a patient’s passing.
• Educate and support families regarding patient care, comfort measures, and the dying process.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, spiritual counselors, and other healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families about disease progression, treatment options, and available resources.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

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.

What This Job Offers

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