Compassionate Hospice RN - Home Care & Comfort

Avanta Care Home Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanta Care Home Health seeks a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients and families in homes, facilities, or inpatient settings. The RN coordinates all aspects of care with a focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, pain management, patient education, and collaboration with the care team to ensure compassionate, compliant care aligned with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Current RN license (State of Georgia).
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience (hospice or home health preferred).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments for pain and symptom management.
• Educate patients and families on disease process, care techniques, and expectations.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers.
• Document all care accurately in EMR according to regulatory standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and case conferences.
• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention for patients and families.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, state, and agency policies.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Critical thinking

Driver's license

Job description

Avanta Care Home Health seeks a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients and families in homes, facilities, or inpatient settings. The RN coordinates all aspects of care with a focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, pain management, patient education, and collaboration with the care team to ensure compassionate, compliant care aligned with regulatory standards.