Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice

PACS

6d

About The Position

General Purpose This role is central to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered end‑of‑life care. The Hospice RN provides clinical expertise, emotional support, and coordinated care that honors each patient’s goals, values, and dignity. Essential Duties Delivery of Patient Care Coordinate and deliver comprehensive care to patients and caregivers Conduct nursing assessments to identify and manage patient and caregiver needs Develop, implement, evaluate, and update individualized plans of care to ensure continuity and goal achievement Promote patient and caregiver independence whenever possible Utilize hospice protocols, standing orders, and clinical guidelines appropriately Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families, allowing time for questions and support Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary group (IDG), caregivers, and other healthcare professionals Maintain open communication with supervisor and promptly report complex patient or caregiver concerns Apply infection control principles and follow universal precautions Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) Collaboration Attend, participate in, and when appropriate, facilitate IDG meetings and special care conferences Maintain strong working relationships with team members Identify patient and caregiver needs and make timely referrals to appropriate disciplines Documentation Complete accurate, timely, and concise clinical documentation in accordance with organizational guidelines and regulatory standards Professional and Personal Accountability Demonstrate competency in hospice nursing knowledge and skills Maintain and project a professional reputation consistent with organizational values Stay current with trends in healthcare and incorporate new knowledge into practice Maintain active RN licensure, CPR certification, and required continuing education Foster productive relationships with external agencies and healthcare partners Demonstrate strong time‑management skills and the ability to respond effectively to urgent situations Perform additional duties as assigned Inpatient Unit (IPU)–Specific Responsibilities Clean patient rooms following established procedures Maintain cleanliness and adequate supply levels throughout the facility Keep family areas tidy and welcoming Use appropriate chemicals and protective equipment when performing environmental tasks Qualifications Current, active, and unrestricted compact (multistate) RN license Minimum 1 year of related experience for inpatient units (IPU) and 2 years for other hospice nursing roles Experience providing direct care to patients with life‑limiting illnesses Related experience may include hospice, palliative care, family medicine, internal medicine, geriatrics, oncology, home health, or medical‑surgical nursing Strong computer proficiency Excellent communication, assessment, and critical‑thinking skills Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and independently with minimal supervision Physical Demands Ability to safely lift, move, and transfer patients using proper body mechanics; may require lifting or supporting up to 50 pounds Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching during patient care activities Ability to assist with mobility, repositioning, and comfort measures in varied home and facility environments Stamina to sustain prolonged physical activity and respond effectively during urgent or crisis situations Ability to drive between patient homes or facilities as required Adequate visual, auditory, and tactile acuity to assess patient conditions and perform clinical interventions safely Ability to operate medical equipment and manage supplies in both home and inpatient settings (IPU) Ability to perform light environmental tasks such as cleaning rooms and restocking supplies Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

• Current, active, and unrestricted compact (multistate) RN license
• Minimum 1 year of related experience for inpatient units (IPU) and 2 years for other hospice nursing roles
• Experience providing direct care to patients with life‑limiting illnesses
• Related experience may include hospice, palliative care, family medicine, internal medicine, geriatrics, oncology, home health, or medical‑surgical nursing
• Strong computer proficiency
• Excellent communication, assessment, and critical‑thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to safely lift, move, and transfer patients using proper body mechanics; may require lifting or supporting up to 50 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching during patient care activities
• Ability to assist with mobility, repositioning, and comfort measures in varied home and facility environments
• Stamina to sustain prolonged physical activity and respond effectively during urgent or crisis situations
• Ability to drive between patient homes or facilities as required
• Adequate visual, auditory, and tactile acuity to assess patient conditions and perform clinical interventions safely
• Ability to operate medical equipment and manage supplies in both home and inpatient settings (IPU)
• Ability to perform light environmental tasks such as cleaning rooms and restocking supplies

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver comprehensive care to patients and caregivers
• Conduct nursing assessments to identify and manage patient and caregiver needs
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and update individualized plans of care to ensure continuity and goal achievement
• Promote patient and caregiver independence whenever possible
• Utilize hospice protocols, standing orders, and clinical guidelines appropriately
• Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families, allowing time for questions and support
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary group (IDG), caregivers, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain open communication with supervisor and promptly report complex patient or caregiver concerns
• Apply infection control principles and follow universal precautions
• Attend, participate in, and when appropriate, facilitate IDG meetings and special care conferences
• Maintain strong working relationships with team members
• Identify patient and caregiver needs and make timely referrals to appropriate disciplines
• Complete accurate, timely, and concise clinical documentation in accordance with organizational guidelines and regulatory standards
• Demonstrate competency in hospice nursing knowledge and skills
• Maintain and project a professional reputation consistent with organizational values
• Stay current with trends in healthcare and incorporate new knowledge into practice
• Maintain active RN licensure, CPR certification, and required continuing education
• Foster productive relationships with external agencies and healthcare partners
• Demonstrate strong time‑management skills and the ability to respond effectively to urgent situations
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Clean patient rooms following established procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and adequate supply levels throughout the facility
• Keep family areas tidy and welcoming
• Use appropriate chemicals and protective equipment when performing environmental tasks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed