Hospice Registered Nurse
SouthernCare New Beacon Hospice · Tennessee Ridge, TN
FULL-TIME
Posted Nov 4, 2026
Job Description
Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Transform End-of-Life Care.
Join our compassionate team, where each day is an opportunity to provide personalized and meaningful hospice and palliative care to patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. We are dedicated to supporting patients and their families with the utmost dignity, comfort, and love.
We are currently hiring a PRN RN (flexible days and hours)!
What You Will Do as a Hospice RN/RN Case Manager:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients and families, guiding them through each step of their hospice journey.
• Deliver and document skilled nursing care tailored to each patient's individualized Plan of Care, whether in their home, assisted living, or other settings.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient conditions and adapt care plans as necessary.
• Partner with an interdisciplinary team—which includes physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, and chaplains—to personalize and refine care plans.
• Provide comprehensive emotional, physical, and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones, including education, comfort, and bereavement guidance.
• Empower caregivers with training and reassurance on how to provide safe and confident care.
• Communicate significant updates regarding patient conditions to the care team to ensure timely interventions.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation while following infection control and compliance standards.
• Contribute to the organization's quality improvement and scheduling initiatives for consistent and compassionate care.
• Guide patients and families through critical topics like medication administration, hospice services, symptom management, and end-of-life processes.
Essential Functions:
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers as needed.
• Deliver skilled nursing interventions aligned with patient care goals.
• Develop and routinely update individualized care plans based on patient needs and risk identification.
• Coordinate effective care across interdisciplinary teams, involving physicians and nurse practitioners as required.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, medications, and dietary needs.
• Communicate any changes in condition or signs of decline to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Support continuity of care by facilitating home health, palliative, and hospice referrals as appropriate.
• Document timely clinical records for each patient, tracking screening findings, physician orders, and progress notes.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the interdisciplinary group and involve the team when patient care requires collaboration.
• Participate in on-call services competently and responsively, contributing to patient support activities as applicable.
Core Competencies:
• Clinical excellence and sound judgment
• Patient-centered communication and empathy
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Regulatory compliance and accountability
• Adaptability and critical thinking
• Timeliness of patient visits and documentation
• Accuracy and completeness of clinical records
• Patient and caregiver satisfaction
• Compliance with regulatory standards
• Team collaboration and participation in interdisciplinary group activities
About You:
To thrive in this role, you should be capable of performing essential duties satisfactorily. The following qualifications are preferred:
• Education: Registered Nurse
• Experience: A minimum of one (1) year as an RN in acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health; school internships and clinical hours may be considered.
• Experience in hospice or palliative care is preferred.
• Licenses and Certifications:
• Current nursing license in the state of employment
• CPR Certification
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Understanding of the needs of terminally ill patients and their families, with excellent patient assessment skills, and knowledge of community resources.
Working Conditions: The role may involve patient interactions in their homes or institutional settings, with potential exposure to infections, diseases, and hazardous materials.
Personal Traits and Qualities: You should possess sensitivity for those facing end-of-life issues, tact in interactions, flexibility in task management, and strong communication skills across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
Equipment/Tools: Proficiency in using nursing assessment tools, computers, and communication devices is necessary. Reliable transportation for work-related activities is required.
We Offer:
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• National and local recognition programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now to join our dedicated Hospice Nursing team and help us make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones.
This position is safety-sensitive. Employees must meet minimum requirements for benefits eligibility. We take pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintain a drug-free workplace.
Location: SouthernCare New Beacon Hospice
At SouthernCare New Beacon Hospice, part of Gentiva, we are privileged to provide compassionate care to patients in their homes. Being a leading provider in hospice and palliative care, we are committed to guiding patients and families through serious illnesses with sensitivity and expertise.
Join our compassionate team, where each day is an opportunity to provide personalized and meaningful hospice and palliative care to patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. We are dedicated to supporting patients and their families with the utmost dignity, comfort, and love.
We are currently hiring a PRN RN (flexible days and hours)!
What You Will Do as a Hospice RN/RN Case Manager:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients and families, guiding them through each step of their hospice journey.
• Deliver and document skilled nursing care tailored to each patient's individualized Plan of Care, whether in their home, assisted living, or other settings.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient conditions and adapt care plans as necessary.
• Partner with an interdisciplinary team—which includes physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, and chaplains—to personalize and refine care plans.
• Provide comprehensive emotional, physical, and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones, including education, comfort, and bereavement guidance.
• Empower caregivers with training and reassurance on how to provide safe and confident care.
• Communicate significant updates regarding patient conditions to the care team to ensure timely interventions.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation while following infection control and compliance standards.
• Contribute to the organization's quality improvement and scheduling initiatives for consistent and compassionate care.
• Guide patients and families through critical topics like medication administration, hospice services, symptom management, and end-of-life processes.
Essential Functions:
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers as needed.
• Deliver skilled nursing interventions aligned with patient care goals.
• Develop and routinely update individualized care plans based on patient needs and risk identification.
• Coordinate effective care across interdisciplinary teams, involving physicians and nurse practitioners as required.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, medications, and dietary needs.
• Communicate any changes in condition or signs of decline to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Support continuity of care by facilitating home health, palliative, and hospice referrals as appropriate.
• Document timely clinical records for each patient, tracking screening findings, physician orders, and progress notes.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the interdisciplinary group and involve the team when patient care requires collaboration.
• Participate in on-call services competently and responsively, contributing to patient support activities as applicable.
Core Competencies:
• Clinical excellence and sound judgment
• Patient-centered communication and empathy
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Regulatory compliance and accountability
• Adaptability and critical thinking
• Timeliness of patient visits and documentation
• Accuracy and completeness of clinical records
• Patient and caregiver satisfaction
• Compliance with regulatory standards
• Team collaboration and participation in interdisciplinary group activities
About You:
To thrive in this role, you should be capable of performing essential duties satisfactorily. The following qualifications are preferred:
• Education: Registered Nurse
• Experience: A minimum of one (1) year as an RN in acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health; school internships and clinical hours may be considered.
• Experience in hospice or palliative care is preferred.
• Licenses and Certifications:
• Current nursing license in the state of employment
• CPR Certification
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Understanding of the needs of terminally ill patients and their families, with excellent patient assessment skills, and knowledge of community resources.
Working Conditions: The role may involve patient interactions in their homes or institutional settings, with potential exposure to infections, diseases, and hazardous materials.
Personal Traits and Qualities: You should possess sensitivity for those facing end-of-life issues, tact in interactions, flexibility in task management, and strong communication skills across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
Equipment/Tools: Proficiency in using nursing assessment tools, computers, and communication devices is necessary. Reliable transportation for work-related activities is required.
We Offer:
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• National and local recognition programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now to join our dedicated Hospice Nursing team and help us make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones.
This position is safety-sensitive. Employees must meet minimum requirements for benefits eligibility. We take pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintain a drug-free workplace.
Location: SouthernCare New Beacon Hospice
At SouthernCare New Beacon Hospice, part of Gentiva, we are privileged to provide compassionate care to patients in their homes. Being a leading provider in hospice and palliative care, we are committed to guiding patients and families through serious illnesses with sensitivity and expertise.
Additional Details
- City
- Tennessee Ridge
- State
- Tennessee
- Country
- US
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