Hospice Registered Nurse

Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Transform End-of-Life Care.

Join our dedicated team, where each day presents an opportunity to provide personalized and meaningful hospice and palliative care to patients facing life-limiting illnesses. We are committed to supporting patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and love.

Your Role as a Hospice RN :

Act as the primary contact for patients and their families, guiding them through every aspect of their hospice journey.

Deliver and document skilled nursing care based on each patient's individualized Plan of Care in their home, assisted living, or wherever they reside.

Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient conditions and adjust care as necessary.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, chaplains, and others, to create personalized care plans.

Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support not just to patients but also to their loved ones, offering education, comfort, and bereavement guidance.

Teach caregivers how to safely and confidently care for their loved ones through practical training and emotional support.

Communicate essential updates regarding patient conditions to the care team, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.

Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation and adhere to infection control and compliance standards.

Support the organization's quality improvement initiatives and scheduling efforts to ensure consistent, compassionate, and efficient care.

Assist patients and families in navigating critical topics such as :

Medication administration

Hospice philosophy and services

Symptom and pain management

End-of-life processes and expectations

What You Bring :

Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible for obtainment).

Minimum of 1 year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or a related nursing field.

A heartfelt approach to hospice care : compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered.

Ability to provide care in diverse settings, including private homes and facilities.

Strong communication and critical thinking skills, especially in emotionally sensitive situations.

Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

CPR certification required.

Preferred Experience (Not Required) :

Hospital RN experience (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac)

Admissions RN, wound care, float pool, travel nursing

Experience with terminally ill patients or serious illness support

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem) :

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits :

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today to join our Hospice Nursing team and help ensure every moment counts for our patients and their loved ones.

Legal Notices :

This is a safety-sensitive position.

Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits.

Where applicable, employee must meet state-specific requirements.

We are proud to be an EEO employer.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Compensation may vary within the provided salary range based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, and department equity. We offer a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, where base pay is just one part of your overall compensation.

Salary Range - $77,450 - 91,065

Full Time Employee Benefits :

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellness Program and Resources

401k match

PTO

FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves

Short / Long Term Disability

HSA Contribution

Mileage or Fleet Car Program

Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)

Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)

Tuition Reimbursement

Join Gentiva Hospice, a leader in compassionate care, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia. Together, we provide support to those recovering from illness or injury and guide patients and families through the challenges of serious illness or terminal diagnoses.