Hospice RN - Nights

Partners in Home Care•Missoula, MT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Partners In Home Care is hiring a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team at the Hope Hospice Center. This position provides skilled, compassionate nursing care in an inpatient hospice setting, focusing on ensuring comfort, dignity, and quality of life for terminally ill patients. In this role, the RN supervises and directs Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to create and implement individualized care plans, and supports patients and families through the end-of-life journey.

Requirements

Current RN license (Compact or Montana)
Minimum 1 year of recent experience in hospice, palliative care, critical care, or med-surg
Experience working in a unionized healthcare environment (for RNs)
Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Nice To Haves

Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN)
Prior inpatient hospice experience
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR); experience with Home Care Home Base is a plus

Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive nursing care to terminally ill patients, with a focus on comfort and symptom management.
Administer medications and interventions per physician orders.
Continuously assess patient needs and ensure a dignified, comfortable end-of-life experience.
Provide guidance and oversight to non-unionized CNAs to ensure quality personal care and adherence to patient care plans.
Delegate appropriate nursing support tasks (ADLs, hygiene, mobility) while ensuring safety and compassion.
Monitor CNA documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Offer real-time feedback and mentorship in a respectful, team-oriented environment.
Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) rounds.
Contribute to care planning, symptom management strategies, and family education.
Coordinate with other healthcare professionals for holistic patient care.
Provide emotional support, guidance, and education to families and caregivers.
Help families navigate the physical and emotional challenges of end-of-life care.
Accurately document nursing assessments, interventions, and communications.
Ensure all care aligns with regulatory and quality standards.
Follow infection control procedures and maintain a safe environment for patients, families, and staff.