Hospice Registered Nurse — Compassionate Home Care & Growth

Advantage; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Company-paid vehicle

Company-paid gas card

Continuing education

Basic life insurance

Job summary

Advantage is seeking a compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Altoona, PA team. The RN will provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in homes or a facility, work with an interdisciplinary team, and support patients and families through symptom management and education.

Active RN license in the state or NCLEX eligibility is required. Hospice experience is preferred; strong communication and empathetic patient care are essential for coordinating with professionals and

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state where practicing or eligibility to take NCLEX.
• Minimum 1 year of hospice, palliative care, or related field preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes or in a hospice facility.
• Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medication, monitor vital signs, and manage symptoms to ensure patient comfort.
• Educate and support patients and their families regarding end-of-life care and symptom management.
• Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals and community resources.
• Offer emotional support, counseling, and education to patients and their families, addressing their unique needs and concerns.

Skills

RN license

Hospice experience

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Job description

Advantage is seeking a compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Altoona, PA team. The RN will provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in homes or a facility, work with an interdisciplinary team, and support patients and families through symptom management and education.

Active RN license in the state or NCLEX eligibility is required. Hospice experience is preferred; strong communication and empathetic patient care are essential for coordinating with professionals and