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Care Hospice•Providence, RI

6d•$106,000 - $126,000

About The Position

The Hospice Travel Registered Nurse is a highly skilled clinical resource who provides compassionate direct patient care and supports hospice programs across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. The role partners with local hospice teams on case management, admissions, resource nursing, and other clinical needs according to program priorities. The nurse integrates into new environments, builds relationships with interdisciplinary teams, and helps uphold standards of quality, compliance, and compassionate care. This position requires 100% travel throughout the New England area, supporting Brookhaven Hospice locations in Massachusetts (Marlborough, West Springfield, and Wilmington) and New Hampshire (Bedford, Newington, and Windham), as well as Continuum Hospice locations in Massachusetts (Braintree, Cape Cod, and Fall River) and Rhode Island (West Warwick). Overnight stays may be required. This is a salaried position and is not a contract travel nurse position. The listed average pay range is $106,000–$126,000 per year, with final compensation determined based on relevant experience and position responsibilities. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license in good standing.
Must obtain additional state licensure as required to support the organization.
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Ability and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays.
At least two years of RN experience.
At least one year of hospice, palliative care, or comparable end-of-life care experience.
Maintain CPR certification if mandated by the state.
Experience managing patients in home or community-based settings.
Licensed driver with an automobile insured according to state and/or organizational requirements and in good working order.

Nice To Haves

Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) multistate license, when eligible.
Hospice case management, admissions, travel nursing, or multi-site support experience.
Experience with MatrixCare or a comparable hospice electronic medical record system.
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate hospice care across multiple locations and serve as a clinical resource for local teams.
Support patient care delivery through case management, admissions, and other clinical nursing responsibilities based on program needs.
Take on assignments that support staffing needs, growth, transitions, and operational priorities.
Build relationships with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams in new environments.
Provide comprehensive nursing care, including assessments, symptom management, care planning, and patient education.
Collaborate with local teams to promote quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and exceptional patient experiences.
Share clinical expertise, support team success, and promote best practices across assigned programs.
Maintain accurate documentation and use electronic medical record systems effectively.
Provide feedback and identify opportunities to strengthen clinical operations.
Travel throughout the assigned region.