Hospice Registered Nurse
Advantage•Pottsville, PA
About The Position
Advantage is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide hospice care in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. The role serves patients in their homes or in a hospice facility and focuses on personalized support, comfort, and dignity for patients facing terminal illnesses. Care includes pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, and assistance with end-of-life decision-making. The nurse works with an interdisciplinary team and supports patients’ families throughout end-of-life care.
Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of practice, or be a new graduate eligible to take the NCLEX.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related field; preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of hospice regulations and practices.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes or in a hospice facility.
- Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
- Administer medication, monitor vital signs, and manage symptoms to support patient comfort.
- Educate and support patients and families regarding end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinate care with healthcare professionals and community resources.
- Provide emotional support, counseling, and education to patients and families, addressing their individual needs and concerns.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Flexible spending account.
- Health savings account.
- Potential for a company-paid vehicle and company-paid gas card.
- Company-paid continuing education.
- Company-paid basic life insurance.
- Growth and career advancement opportunities.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
