Community Palliative Care RN – Patient-Focused Impact

Vitas Healthcare Corporation; Clewiston (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Insurance

Roadside Assistance

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare is seeking a Palliative Care Registered Nurse (RN) to support our palliative care program in a community setting. The role focuses on comprehensive assessment, education, and care coordination for patients and families.

Minimum 2 years RN experience; 1–2 years in community-based settings preferred. Strong communication, multilingual ability a plus; reliable transportation required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as Registered Nurse.
• 1–2 years in community-based setting (home health, hospice, palliative care) preferred.
• Knowledge of interdisciplinary team concept.
• Experience in patient education, planning, and management.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for assigned patients within palliative program.
• Educate patients and families to support informed decision making.
• Connect patients with community resources and services.
• Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Build relationships with clinicians and care teams.

Skills

RN experience

Home health care

Patient education

Communication

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

RN license (state)

BLS certification

Job description

VITAS Healthcare is seeking a Palliative Care Registered Nurse (RN) to support our palliative care program in a community setting. The role focuses on comprehensive assessment, education, and care coordination for patients and families.

Minimum 2 years RN experience; 1–2 years in community-based settings preferred. Strong communication, multilingual ability a plus; reliable transportation required.