Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Transform End-of-Life Care.

Join our dedicated team, where each day is an opportunity to provide personalized and compassionate hospice and palliative care to patients facing life-limiting illnesses. We are committed to supporting patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and love.

What You'll Do as a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager:
• Serve as the primary contact for patients and families, guiding them throughout their hospice journey.
• Deliver and document skilled, hands-on nursing care based on each patient's individualized Plan of Care at their home or chosen location.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient condition and adjust care as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to develop and refine personalized care plans.
• Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support to both patients and their families, offering education and comfort.
• Empower caregivers through training and emotional reassurance to provide safe care for their loved ones.
• Communicate timely updates regarding patient conditions to the care team for appropriate interventions.
• Maintain precise clinical documentation and adhere to infection control and compliance standards.
• Support quality improvement initiatives to ensure consistent, compassionate, and effective care.
• Assist patients and families with understanding important topics, such as:
• Medication administration
• Hospice philosophy and services
• Pain and symptom management
• End-of-life processes and expectations

Essential Functions:
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and reassessments, providing education to patients and caregivers as required.
• Deliver symptom management and nursing interventions aligned with individual care goals.
• Develop and update personalized care plans in response to identified needs and risks.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams and consult with physicians and nurse practitioners as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, self-care, medications, and end-of-life care.
• Report changes in condition or decline to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Facilitate continuity of care by recognizing and supporting transitions among various care levels.
• Document clinical records accurately, including assessments and progress notes.
• Foster effective relationships with the interdisciplinary team, involving them in the patient's care when necessary.
• Participate in on-call and patient support activities, conducting services competently and responsively.

Core Competencies:
• Clinical excellence and sound judgment
• Empathetic, patient-centered communication
• Effective interdisciplinary collaboration
• Regulatory compliance and accountability
• Adaptability and critical thinking
• Timely patient visits and documentation accuracy
• Patient and caregiver satisfaction
• Engagement in team collaboration and interdisciplinary activities

About You:

To perform this job successfully, you must be capable of effectively fulfilling the essential duties listed. The requirements below represent the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Education:
• Registered Nurse

Experience:
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as an RN in acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health is required. Clinical hours or school internships may count as experience.
• Prior hospice or palliative care experience is preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, and Registration:
• Current nursing license in the state of employment
• CPR Certification
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
• Knowledge of the specific needs of terminally ill patients and their families
• Excellent assessment and communication skills
• Familiarity with community resources and regulatory guidelines

Working Conditions:
• Work occurs in patients' homes and/or institutional settings with potential exposure to infections, communicable diseases, and hazardous materials.

Personal Traits, Qualities, and Aptitudes:
• Ability to manage sensitive life and death issues with empathy and care
• Flexibility and maturity in a dynamic work environment
• Effective communication across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds

Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids:
• Ability to operate nursing assessment tools, computers, and standard office equipment. Must have reliable transportation for work purposes.

We Offer:

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• National and local recognition programs
• Teammate assistance fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program
• Generous paid time off plus 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 make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones.

Legal Notes:
• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Minimum requirements must be met for eligibility for benefits.
• Candidates must meet state-specific requirements.
• We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Location: Gentiva Hospice

Our Company:

At Gentiva, we feel privileged to provide compassionate care wherever our patients call home. As a leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, we operate nearly 600 locations across 38 states. Our team is committed to guiding patients and families through the complexities of serious illnesses with kindness and expertise. Our corporate headquarters is located in Atlanta, Georgia, and we are proud to foster rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where achievements are recognized and kindness is celebrated.