Hospice Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Smyrna, Tennessee

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Job Description

Deliver compassionate, high-quality care as a Hospice Registered Nurse, supporting patients and families through their end-of-life journey. This full-time, 13-week contract role is ideal for an experienced RN passionate about making a meaningful impact in hospice settings. Youll work in a field-based capacity, visiting patients in their homes or residential facilities, and leverage your clinical expertise and empathy to provide comfort and dignity during a critical time of need.

Schedule/Hours:

• Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• Occasional weekend or on-call rotation may be required

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive nursing assessments and creating individualized hospice care plans
• Delivering direct skilled nursing, with a focus on symptom management and pain control
• Administering medications and interventions according to physician orders and hospice protocols
• Monitoring patient conditions and communicating updates with the care team
• Educating patients, families, and caregivers on disease progression, comfort measures, and supportive strategies
• Collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team to address physical, emotional, and spiritual care needs
• Maintaining timely, accurate documentation within Home Care Home Base (HCHB)
• Participating in case conferences and quality improvement activities
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with all relevant policies and regulatory standards

Ideal candidates will have:

• Active RN license (in good standing)
• At least 1 year of recent hospice experience
• Proficiency in Home Care Home Base (HCHB)
• Excellent clinical assessment, communication, and independence in managing a field-based schedule
• Reliable transportation, driver's license, and auto insurance
• Compassionate presence and resilience

Preferred:

• BSN degree
• Experience in palliative or end-of-life care
• Knowledge of Medicare hospice regulations

Benefits include weekly pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance options, a 401(k) retirement plan, 24/7 support, mileage reimbursement, and the possibility of contract extensions.

Make a difference in the lives of patients and familiesapply today to further your career in hospice care!

$1,897 - $2,007/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.