Hospice Nurse

BeLoved Hospice; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BeLoved Hospice in Vancouver, WA is seeking a dedicated Hospice Nurse for a full-time, on-site role serving patients and families in the local area.

You will perform patient assessments, manage symptoms, administer medications, and coordinate care plans with an interdisciplinary team. The position emphasizes patient education, emotional support, documentation, and collaboration with physicians, with home visits or facility-based care as needed.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensed in WA; Oregon licensure eligibility beneficial.
• Experience in Palliative Care and Hospice, including symptom management.
• Experience in Home Care and Direct Patient Care.
• Strong communication, compassionate bedside manner, and ability to support patients and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• BLS certification; CHPN certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and manage symptoms for hospice patients.
• Administer medications and coordinate individualized care plans.
• Educate and provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Document clinical encounters and collaborate with physicians.
• Participate in care conferences to ensure continuity of care.
• Perform home visits or facility-based care within the local area as needed.

Skills

Communication

Compassionate bedside manner

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

WA RN license

Oregon licensure eligibility

CHPN certification

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Company Description

BeLoved Hospice is a community-focused organization proudly serving Wilsonville, Oregon and surrounding areas since June 2023. The team is dedicated to providing compassionate hospice, palliative, and primary care services tailored to the needs of individuals and families. BeLoved Hospice emphasizes dignity, comfort, and support during serious illness and at end of life. Team members collaborate closely with patients, caregivers, and community partners to ensure high-quality, person-centered care in a supportive environment.

Role Description

The Hospice Nurse is a full-time, on-site role based in Vancouver, WA, providing comprehensive care to hospice and palliative care patients. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, managing symptoms, administering medications, and coordinating individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team. The nurse offers education and emotional support to patients and families, ensuring they understand treatment options, care goals, and available resources. Additional tasks include documenting clinical encounters, collaborating with physicians and other care professionals, and participating in care conferences to promote continuity and quality of care. The role may involve home visits or facility-based care within the local area, requiring flexibility and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in Nursing and Medicine, with the ability to deliver safe, evidence-based patient care.
• Experience in Palliative Care and Hospice, including symptom management and end-of-life support.
• Skills in Home Care and Direct Patient Care, with comfort providing care in varied settings.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Washington; Oregon licensure or eligibility is beneficial.
• Previous hospice, palliative, or home health experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, compassionate bedside manner, and the ability to support patients and families through complex situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and to adapt to changing patient needs.
• Basic life support (BLS) certification; additional relevant certifications (e.g., CHPN) are a plus.