Travel Registered Nurse – Hospice

Gentiva Hospice•Asheboro, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Travel Registered Nurse – Hospice (also described as Hospice RN – Regional Support) provides direct hospice care to patients and support to their families while temporarily floating among hospice branches according to census needs or staffing gaps. The role involves travel to Gentiva hospice locations to fill urgent needs, with assignment travel varying by option: overnight travel to cities within a 100-mile radius, frequent overnight travel to multiple states, or regional travel with overnight stays based on assignment needs. A company fleet car is provided for eligible employees. The position typically follows a Monday–Friday schedule and includes occasional on-call responsibilities and after-hours care as needed. This is a safety-sensitive position. Eligibility for benefits is subject to meeting minimum requirements, and state-specific requirements apply where applicable.

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 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 various Gentiva hospice locations as assigned 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.
Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and Joint & Spine Concierge Care, for full-time associates.
Education support and tuition assistance for full-time associates.
Free continuing education units (CEUs) for full-time associates.
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage, for full-time associates.