Company Overview
Vantage Hospice is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care within the greater metropolitan area. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment for our team members, offering comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional growth. We are seeking dedicated Registered Nurses with hospice experience or a strong desire to learn and grow within our organization.
Job Overview
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Hospice Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, with experience in critical care, emergency medicine, or hospital settings. As a Hospice RN, you will deliver personalized end-of-life care, coordinate with healthcare professionals, and support patients and their families through challenging times. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to hospice patients in their homes or care facilities, ensuring comfort and dignity at the end of life.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physiological evaluations, and symptom management.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Manage medication administration, symptom control, and palliative interventions aligned with hospice protocols.
- Educate patients and families about disease progression, pain management, and available support services.
- Document patient progress accurately using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Participate in discharge planning, case management, and coordination of post-acute or home health services as needed.
- Ensure adherence to health regulation policies and quality standards within hospice care delivery.
Experience
Candidates should possess prior experience in one or more of the following areas: critical care (ICU or Level I/II trauma centers), emergency medicine, hospital medicine, medical-surgical units, geriatrics, behavioral health, or home health services. Additional preferred qualifications include:
- Experience with medical terminology and clinical case management.
- Knowledge of hospital experience including inpatient settings and outpatient clinics.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation and patient record management.
- Background in managing complex cases involving infectious diseases or acute care scenarios.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of health regulation policies such as HIPAA compliance and utilization management principles.
Join us as we provide compassionate hospice care that prioritizes patient comfort, dignity, and quality of life while supporting families through one of life's most meaningful journeys.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $88,000.00 - $94,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
