Hospice Registered Nurse - Hourly

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Hospice care to support patients during 12-hour night shifts. The role emphasizes compassionate end-of-life care and coordination with the healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid nursing license with hospice experience, strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills to ensure high-quality patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required; hospice or related field experience preferred.
• Strong communication, empathy and organizational abilities essential.
• Commitment to providing high-quality end-of-life care within a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during 12-hour night shifts in hospice.
• Monitor patient conditions and administer treatments as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and comfort measures.
• Document care activities accurately and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate end-of-life care.

Skills

Valid RN license

Hospice care experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Job description

Role: Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Hospice care, providing essential patient support in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include: Delivering compassionate hospice nursing care during 12-hour night shifts, managing patient needs, administering treatments, and coordinating with healthcare teams to ensure quality end-of-life care.

Qualifications and Skills: Valid nursing license, experience in hospice or related fields preferred, strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills.

Key Duties: Provide direct patient care, monitor patient conditions, educate patients and families, document care activities, and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates are: Compassionate, detail-oriented, team players committed to delivering high-quality end-of-life care in a dynamic environment.