Compassionate Hospice RN — Flexible Scheduling

Custom Care Home Health & Hospice; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is hiring a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

You will manage symptoms, support families, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team in home health or hospice settings. Responsibilities include clinical care, patient education, documentation, and adherence to hospice regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state.
• CPR certification required.
• Hospice and Palliative Care certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical condition and develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor vital signs and evaluate symptom progression.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Provide pain and symptom management using palliative care techniques.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, mobility).
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in care planning and case conferences.
• Communicate patient condition changes promptly to the care team.
• Educate patients and families on disease progression and end‑of‑life expectations.
• Provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.
• Guide families on caregiving techniques and available resources.
• Offer bereavement support and counseling as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Update patient records and care plans as conditions change.
• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, policies, and privacy standards.
• Respond to urgent patient needs and after-hours calls (if applicable).
• Provide education on medication use, safety, and infection control.
• Support a peaceful and comfortable end‑of‑life environment.
• Notify appropriate parties at time of death and complete post‑mortem procedures.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Empathy

Independence in home or facility

Hospice care knowledge

EHR documentation

Education

ADN or BSN

RN license in state

CPR certification

Hospice/palliative care certification (preferred)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

The Pennant Group, Inc. is hiring a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

You will manage symptoms, support families, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team in home health or hospice settings. Responsibilities include clinical care, patient education, documentation, and adherence to hospice regulations.