Compassionate Hospice RN - Home Care & Family Support

Your Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Health in Columbia, SC is seeking a full-time Hospice Nurse to provide compassionate end-of-life care on-site. You will perform patient assessments, administer meds, and support families as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes comfort, dignity, and patient education, coordinating care plans with physicians and caregivers, and responding to changes in condition with timely interventions.

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in hospice and end-of-life care.
• Palliative care including pain and symptom management.
• Experience in home care and direct patient care.
• Current SC RN license required.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and document status.
• Administer medications and treatments to manage symptoms.
• Coordinate care plans with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and caregivers about hospice services and home routines.
• Participate in case conferences and advocate for patient preferences.
• Respond to changes in condition with timely interventions.

Skills

Nursing expertise

Palliative care

Home care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication with patients/families

Time management

Infection control

BLS certification

Education

SC RN license

Job description

Your Health in Columbia, SC is seeking a full-time Hospice Nurse to provide compassionate end-of-life care on-site. You will perform patient assessments, administer meds, and support families as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes comfort, dignity, and patient education, coordinating care plans with physicians and caregivers, and responding to changes in condition with timely interventions.