Travel Registered Nurse – Hospice

Gentiva Hospice • Kansas City, MO

6h

About The Position

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a Hospice RN – Regional Support to provide direct hospice care to patients and support to their families while temporarily covering different hospice branches according to census needs and staffing gaps. The role primarily covers the Midwest and Great North regions, with possible stretch assignments elsewhere. An Illinois nursing license is preferred but not required.

The position typically follows a Monday–Friday schedule and includes occasional on-call responsibilities. Travel is required and may involve overnight stays within a 100-mile radius, frequent overnight 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. Employees must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits and, where applicable, state-specific requirements.

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 and auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight travel as assignment needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice and end-of-life nursing experience.
• Illinois RN license.
• 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.
• Calm, supportive approach in crisis situations and skill in family engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to 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 care 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 staffing or care 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 employees.
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time employees.
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care, for full-time employees.
• Education support and tuition assistance for full-time employees.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for full-time employees.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time employees.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage, for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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