Registered Nurse

Empatia$78K — $98K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain)
  • 1+ year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related fields
  • A genuine hospice heart: compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered
  • Comfortable providing care in diverse settings, including private homes and facilities
  • Strong communication and critical thinking skills in emotionally sensitive situations
  • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
  • CPR certification required

Responsibilities

  • Be the primary point of contact for patients and families throughout their hospice journey
  • Deliver and document skilled nursing care based on individualized Plans of Care
  • Perform initial and ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust patient care as needed
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to build and refine personalized care plans
  • Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones
  • Teach caregivers how to safely care for their loved one, offering practical training and reassurance
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow infection control standards

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Wellness Program and Resources
  • 401(k) match
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
  • Short/Long Term Disability
  • Mileage or Fleet Vehicle Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Full Job Description
Overview

What You'll Do as a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager:
  • Be the primary point of contact for patients and families, guiding them through every step of their hospice journey.
  • Deliver and document skilled, hands-on nursing care based on each patient's individualized Plan of Care-in their home, assisted living, or wherever they call home.
  • Perform initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient condition and adjust care as needed.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team-including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, chaplains, and others-to build and refine personalized care plans.
  • Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support not just to the patient, but to their loved ones as well-offering education, comfort, and bereavement guidance.
  • Teach caregivers how to care for their loved one safely and confidently, offering both practical training and emotional reassurance.
  • Communicate important updates in patient condition to the care team, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation and follow infection control and compliance standards.
  • Support the organization's quality improvement and scheduling initiatives to ensure care is consistent, compassionate, and efficient.
  • Help patients and families understand and navigate topics such as:
    • Medication administration
    • Hospice philosophy and services
    • Symptom and pain management
    • End-of-life processes and expectations

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

Salary Range - $78,595 - 98,270

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


About You

Qualifications - What You'll Bring:
  • Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain).
  • 1+ year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related nursing fields.
  • A genuine hospice heart: compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered.
  • Comfortable providing care in diverse settings, including private homes and facilities.
  • Strong communication and critical thinking skills in emotionally sensitive situations.
  • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
  • CPR certification required.

Preferred Experience (Not Required):
  • Hospital RN (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac)
  • Admissions RN, wound care, float pool, travel nursing
  • Experience with terminally ill patients or serious illness support


We Offer

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 Join a Team That Cares?

Apply now to become part of our Hospice Nursing team and help make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones.

Location

Heartland Hospice

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