RN | Registered Nurse | Hospice House

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Topeka, KS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides hands-on, comfort-focused nursing care to patients receiving end-of-life services in an inpatient hospice setting. 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 an interdisciplinary hospice team that includes physicians, aides, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers. The position also includes educating and supporting families, helping them understand what to expect and providing emotional reassurance. Care is holistic and focused on quality of life rather than curative treatment. The role is based at Midland Care Hospice House, a 12-bed inpatient facility in Topeka, Kansas, providing around-the-clock skilled hospice care in a home-like environment. This is a full-time position working three 12-hour day shifts, 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 one 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 hospice patients in an inpatient setting.
Assess patients and manage symptoms, especially pain.
Administer medications.
Update patient care plans and document care provided.
Collaborate with physicians, aides, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers.
Educate and support families, explain what to expect, and provide emotional reassurance.

Benefits

Health insurance options for employees and dependents.
Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
Flexible Spending 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 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 nonprofit organizations.
Uniform Allowance Program.