Hospice Admissions RN

Compassus; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Career development

Innovation meets compassion

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Compassus is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in home settings. You will assess patients, provide skilled nursing using the full nursing process, and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group to direct individualized plans of care.

The role emphasizes dignity and comfort at end-of-life, spanning all age groups as needed. The ideal candidate holds an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, RN licensure, and BLS certification within 30

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
• Current, unencumbered RN license in the state of employment.
• Within 30 days of hire, National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Completes assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Writes and initiates Plan of Care in collaboration with the IDG.
• Regularly reevaluates patient/family needs and revises the Plan of Care as necessary.
• Develops a care plan with patient/family/IDG based on nursing diagnoses and palliative actions.
• May administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the IDG Plan of Care.
• Participates in on-call duties and maintains accurate clinical notes.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Home care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Company

Company: Providence at Home with Compassus

Position Overview

Day Shift 5 Days/Flexible Full-Time Position Summary Join a team where compassionate care meets clinical excellence with Providence at Home with Compassus, leaders in the field of home-based hospice and palliative services. We are currently seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) who is passionate about delivering person-centered care in the home environment. In this meaningful role, you’ll assess patient and family needs, provide professional nursing care grounded in the full nursing process, and work closely with our Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and direct individualized plans of care. While supporting patients and families, you’ll bring expertise, empathy, and a deep commitment to helping patients live with dignity and comfort during end-of-life care. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact every day. The Registered Nurse plans, organizes and directs Hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with an emphasis on community health education / experience. The Hospice nurse builds from the resources of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their home environments. May provide patient care to premature infants, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young, middle and older adults.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Completes assessment of patient and family to determine Hospice needs.
• Provides a complete physical assessment and history and provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.
• Writing and initiating Plan of Care in collaboration with the IDG.
• Regularly reevaluating patient/family/caregiver needs and revising the Plan of Care as necessary.
• Initiates the Plan of Care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Develops a care plan in conjunction with the patient/family/caregiver and IDG which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.
• May administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the IDG approved Plan of Care.
• Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call procedures.
• Maintains productivity standards as set by organization guidelines.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.
• Participates in orientation, education, and development of team members.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.

Education and/or Experience Required

Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Nursing.

Preferred

1 year experience practicing as a registered nurse. Experience as a Hospice CNA or Hospice LPN will be considered.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations Required

Current, unencumbered (State of Employment) License as a Registered Nurse.

Required – Within 30 days of hire

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.

Inclusion & Equity

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success.

We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected.

As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Compensation

Compensation range: $38.90 - $60.54. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Compassus offers a comprehensive benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more.

Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

About Compassus

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners.

Compassus Care for Who I Am Culture

The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way.

Contact

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