Hospice Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current licensure to practice in the state of operation.
• At least one year of nursing experience.
• Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care.
• Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence.
• Licensed driver with an automobile insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and in good working order.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in hospice or a similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the remote triage on-call team to deliver hands-on care to hospice patients and supportive services to their families after hours.
• Assess and manage urgent symptoms quickly and compassionately.
• Administer medication or adjust care according to hospice protocols or provider orders.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the physician and obtain orders as necessary.
• Guide and support patients and families in understanding the current condition and anticipating next steps.
• When a death occurs during on-call hours, visit the home or facility to pronounce death, support the family, contact the funeral home, and notify the hospice team.
• Complete timely documentation and communication.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare.
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Access to wellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts.