RN | Registered Nurse | Hospice House
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides hands-on, comfort-focused nursing care to patients receiving end-of-life services in Midland Care Connection’s 12-bed inpatient Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas. The role focuses on assessing and managing symptoms, especially pain; administering medications; and helping patients remain as comfortable and dignified as possible. The nurse updates care plans, documents care, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary hospice team, including physicians, aides, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers. The nurse also educates and supports families, explaining what to expect and providing emotional reassurance. Care is holistic and focused on quality of life rather than curative treatment. This is a full-time position with three 12-hour day shifts, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted Kansas RN license.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
- Ability to assess patients and manage symptoms.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice or palliative care experience.
- At least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
- BSN degree.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
- Hospice/Palliative Care certification (CHPN).
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on, comfort-focused nursing care to patients receiving end-of-life services in an inpatient hospice setting.
- Assess patients and manage symptoms, especially pain.
- Administer medications.
- Help ensure patients remain comfortable and are treated with dignity.
- Update patient care plans and document care provided.
- Work with the interdisciplinary hospice team, including physicians, aides, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers.
- Support and educate families by explaining what to expect and offering emotional reassurance.
Benefits
- Health insurance options for employees and dependents.
- Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days.
- Holiday pay for six holidays per year.
- 403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan with a match.
- Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000.
- On-site education center providing professional development and CEU credits.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents.
- Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations.
- Uniform Allowance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
