Travel Registered Nurse – Hospice
About The Position
Gentiva is seeking a Hospice RN – Regional Support to provide direct care to hospice patients and support their families while temporarily serving at different hospice branches based on census needs or staffing gaps. The role involves delivering compassionate nursing care, implementing individualized care plans, supporting interdisciplinary team members, and addressing patients’ physical, emotional, spiritual, and environmental needs. The nurse documents care and ensures compliance with hospice protocols, educates families and caregivers, collaborates with physicians and care teams, and assists with referrals, regulatory documentation, and payer compliance. The position also includes on-call rotation and after-hours care as needed. The schedule typically runs Monday through Friday. Travel to various Gentiva hospice locations is required and may involve overnight stays within a 100-mile radius, travel across multiple states, or regional overnight stays depending on assignment needs. A company fleet car is provided for eligible employees. This is a safety-sensitive position.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered RN license in the state of employment.
- At least 1 year of RN experience in hospice, home health, acute care, long-term care, oncology, or another high-acuity setting.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice and end-of-life nursing experience.
- Skill in clinical assessments and compassionate communication.
- Strong critical-thinking, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
- Comfort working in varied environments with shifting needs.
- Proficiency in documentation and electronic health records.
- Ability to remain calm and supportive in crisis situations and engage effectively with families.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care for hospice patients.
- Manage and implement individualized plans of care.
- Support and lead interdisciplinary team members, including LPNs, CNAs, and HHAs.
- Assess and address patients’ physical, emotional, spiritual, and environmental needs.
- Document all care provided accurately and ensure compliance with hospice protocols.
- Educate families and caregivers about care instructions, medications, and safety.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and provide after-hours care as needed.
- Collaborate with physicians, referral sources, and the care team.
- Assist with referrals, regulatory documentation, and payer compliance.
- Travel to assigned Gentiva hospice locations to fill urgent needs.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- National and local recognition programs.
- Teammate Assistance Fund.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
- Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time associates.
- Paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
- Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care.
- Education support and tuition assistance.
- Free continuing education units (CEUs).
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
