Hospice Center RN

Vna-Hospice-of-Nwi; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement savings plan

Mission-driven team environment

Meaningful work that makes adifference

Job summary

Valparaiso, IN – VNA Hospice of NW Indiana is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for our 6-bed Hospice Inpatient Care Center. This full-time Day Shift (7:00am-3:30pm) includes every other weekend rotation and holidays as scheduled.

The RN will provide skilled nursing care, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, manage symptoms, administer medications, document in EMR, and support patients and families through end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Current Indiana RN license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Manage pain and symptoms utilizing hospice and palliative care best practices.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate changes to the hospice interdisciplinary team.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with physicians and team members to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Advocate for patient comfort, dignity, and end-of-life wishes.
• Participate in team meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide compassionate support to families throughout the hospice journey.

Skills

RN license (IN)

Nursing degree

CPR certified

Team collaboration

Communication & critical thinking

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice Inpatient Care Center

Full-Time | Days Shift: 7:00am-3:30pm/Every other weekend rotation required

Location: 2404 Valparaiso Street, Valparaiso, IN 46383

6-Bed Hospice Inpatient Unit

Schedule:

• Full-Time, Day Shift
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Holidays as scheduled

Join Our Compassionate Hospice Team

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Hospice Inpatient Care Center team. This position provides skilled nursing care to patients receiving end-of-life care in our intimate 6-bed inpatient hospice unit. The ideal candidate is passionate about delivering exceptional patient-centered care while supporting patients and families during life's most meaningful moments.

Position Summary

The Hospice Center RN is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to hospice patients with complex symptom management needs. The RN works collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and families.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Manage pain and symptoms utilizing hospice and palliative care best practices.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate changes to the hospice interdisciplinary team.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with physicians and team members to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Advocate for patient comfort, dignity, and end-of-life wishes.
• Participate in team meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide compassionate support to families throughout the hospice journey.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.

Preferred:

• Previous hospice, palliative care, oncology, critical care, medical-surgical, ER, ICU or long-term care experience.
• Experience with symptom management and end-of-life care.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Supportive and mission-driven team environment
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of patients and families

Why Join Our Team?

Our 6-bed hospice inpatient unit offers a unique opportunity to provide highly personalized care in a peaceful and supportive environment. You'll work alongside experienced hospice professionals who are committed to excellence, compassion, and honoring each patient's end-of-life journey with dignity and respect.