Hospice RN - Nights

Partners in Home Care • Missoula, MT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Western Montana’s Only Dedicated In-Patient Hospice Center Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift Partners In Home Care, is hiring a Hospice Registered Nurse - RN to join our 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 non-unionized 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 them 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.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision -Beginning the first of the month following your start date. No months of waiting!
• Supplemental Insurance, FSA, & HSA Account Options
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Training Budget for Personal Development
• Employee Assistance Program, Legal and ID Protection, Pet Insurance, Financial Wellness Program, and many more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level