Hospice Nurse

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a compassionate RN to provide specialized nursing care in a hospice setting, focusing on pain and symptom management, education for self-care, and emotional support for patients and families.

You will assess needs, develop individualized plans with a multidisciplinary team, and ensure clear communication across care teams. The role emphasizes dignity, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration in patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree; RN license required.
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience; preferred experience in home health or hospice.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient preferences, needs, and barriers to care, including cultural, emotional, and spiritual factors.
• Develop, document, and communicate personalized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with patients, families, and team members.
• Implement care with a focus on safety, evidence-based practices, and quality outcomes.
• Evaluate patient condition changes, inform caregivers, and update care plans in the electronic medical record.
• Promote respectful, equitable, and empathetic interactions with diverse populations, practicing collaborative problem-solving and advocacy.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Independent work

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

RN license

Bachelor's in Nursing or related field preferred

Job description

This position involves providing specialized nursing care and support to patients in a hospice setting, focusing on pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, and patient education for self-care. The nurse assesses patient needs, develops and implements individualized care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and ensures effective communication across care teams. When serving as a case manager, the nurse coordinates all aspects of patient care, evaluates changes in patient condition, and updates care plans accordingly. The role emphasizes respect, cultural sensitivity, and patient-centered care, promoting dignity and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient preferences, needs, and barriers to care, including cultural, emotional, and spiritual factors.
• Develop, document, and communicate personalized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with patients, families, and team members.
• Implement care with a focus on safety, evidence-based practices, and quality outcomes.
• Evaluate patient condition changes, inform caregivers, and update care plans in the electronic medical record.
• Promote respectful, equitable, and empathetic interactions with diverse populations, practicing collaborative problem-solving and advocacy.

Qualifications & Skills

• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree; RN license required.
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience; preferred experience in home health or hospice.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field is preferred.

Key Attributes

• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient-centered, culturally sensitive care.