Hospice RN - Virginia Travel
About The Position
The Hospice Travel Registered Nurse is a skilled clinical resource who supports hospice programs across the organization, providing direct patient care and helping local teams maintain continuity of care during transitions, growth, and periods of increased clinical need. The nurse partners with local hospice teams on case management, admissions, resource nursing, and other clinical needs based on program priorities, integrating into new environments and working with interdisciplinary teams to uphold quality, compliance, and compassionate-care standards. The position requires 100% travel throughout the South Atlantic Area in Virginia, supporting Legacy Hospice locations in Charlottesville, Fisherville, Fredericksburg, Harrisonburg, Newport News, Virginia Beach, Richmond, and Winchester. It is salaried and is not a contract travel-nurse position. The role offers an average pay range of $96,000–$108,000 per year; actual compensation depends on relevant experience and position responsibilities.
Requirements
- Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license in good standing.
- 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.
- Be a licensed driver with an automobile in good working order and insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements.
- Obtain additional state licensure as required to support the organization.
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 supporting staffing needs, growth, transitions, and operational priorities.
- Build relationships with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams in new environments.
- Deliver 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company matching 401(k).
- 15 days of PTO and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
