Hospice Registered Nurse

Requirements

• Registered Nurse
• A minimum of one (1) year experience as an RN, either in acute care hospital, oncology, long-term care, hospice or home health. School internships and clinical hours may be considered as experience in individual cases
• Current license to practice nursing in the state of requested employment
• CPR Certification
• Current automobile insurance and valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice
• Ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families
• Knowledge of roles of all disciplines providing hospice services
• Excellent patient assessment skills
• Knowledge of community resources
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Documentation and program management
• Knowledge of general nursing practice
• Thorough knowledge of managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and human resource management principles)
• Sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues faced by individuals with terminal illness
• Tact in dealing with these patients and their families
• Ability to support others at a time of crisis
• Must be able to demonstrate flexibility by performing a variety of tasks, often changing from one to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
• Communicate effectively with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds
• Responsible functioning in the work place, maturity, cooperation, flexibility, tact in dealing with co-workers and all members of the hospice team
• Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper
• Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work

Nice to have:

• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Wellness Program & Resources
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Car Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement (eligible roles)
• Short-Term Incentive (eligible roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
• 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)

Important Details

• Working Conditions: Patient’s homes and/or institutional setting and automobile. Potential exposure to infections, communicable diseases, odors, blood, excreta and hazardous materials

About the Company

At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon for hospice care; Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care for palliative care; Heartland Home Health for home health care; and Illumia Health for advanced illness management. With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.