RN (PRN) - Hospice

Horizon Hospice of Colorado•Wheat Ridge, CO

6d•$60 - $85

About The Position

The Hospice RN (PRN) provides skilled hospice nursing support on an as-needed basis, helping cover staff absences, scheduled PTO, high patient census periods, on-call needs, and other operational support. The role supports continuity of care for hospice patients and families through skilled nursing visits, assessments, symptom management, and care coordination in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team (IDT). The nurse follows the hospice plan of care, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and organizational policies and procedures. This flexible PRN role may include routine hospice visits, admissions, symptom-management visits, on-call support, and after-hours patient care. Schedules and assignments vary according to patient care needs and organizational demands. Patient care may take place in homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and other care settings. Compensation is per visit, with rates varying by visit type and assigned responsibilities. On-call coverage receives a flat stipend in addition to applicable compensation for visits completed during the on-call period. Mileage reimbursement is provided for patient visits.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado.
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work independently and adapt to changing patient-care needs.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to patient homes and facilities.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of hospice nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete physical, psychosocial, emotional, and environmental patient assessments.
Provide skilled nursing visits in patients’ homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and other care settings.
Monitor patient condition and communicate changes to the clinical team.
Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered by the hospice physician or medical director.
Educate patients and families about symptom management, medications, disease progression, and hospice care.
Assist with urgent symptom management and crisis intervention when needed.
Perform death pronouncements and post-mortem care in accordance with hospice policy, as appropriate.
Document patient assessments, interventions, and communications accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support continuity of patient care.
Communicate patient status and care needs with clinical leadership and team members.
Coordinate medications, durable medical equipment, and other patient care needs as appropriate.
Participate in IDT meetings and clinical discussions as requested.
Provide compassionate support and education to patients and families throughout the hospice journey.
Reinforce hospice philosophy and goals of care, and promote patient dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
Comply with Medicare Conditions of Participation, hospice regulations, organizational policies, and HIPAA requirements.
Provide coverage for staff absences, scheduled PTO, increased census, on-call needs, and other patient-care support needs.