Hospice Resource Nurse - RN

CEDAR VALLEY HOSPICE INC; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement

PSLF benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Cedar Valley Hospice in Waterloo, IA, is seeking a Hospice Resource RN to join our not-for-profit team. You will provide expert clinical care, education and support, ensuring continuity of care during census changes, staff illness, and vacations.

The role is full-time, with on-site duties based at our Waterloo office and local coverage within 30 minutes of Waterloo. You will collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans, monitor patient needs, and

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn work-related software.
• Valid Iowa driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to hospice patients in homes and healthcare facilities.
• Deliver compassionate end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity and quality of life.
• Assess patients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor changes in condition and update plan of care.
• Educate and support patients, caregivers and families.

Skills

RN license

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Iowa RN license

BSN (preferred)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Waterloo, IA 50701, Make a Difference When It Matters Most

Are you a compassionate nurse looking for meaningful work helping families in our community? Join Cedar Valley Hospice, a trusted not-for-profit organization with multiple local and national awards for high-quality, exceptional end-of-life care, including the area’s only 5-star hospice for patient care (awarded by Medicare.gov).

As a Hospice Resource RN, you'll work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team and provide expert clinical care, education and support when it matters the most. This role helps ensure continuity of care during census changes, staff illness, and vacations.

Why Cedar Valley Hospice?

Cedar Valley Hospice’s “One Team, One Mission” mentality means we support each other and that every Cedar Valley Hospice employee plays a vital role in our organization’s story. We are the premier hospice provider serving 15 counties with offices in Waterloo, Grundy Center, Independence and Waverly, and are committed to helping patients live fully and comfortably wherever they call home.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• A supportive, team-focused culture
• Manageable on-call expectations
• A family-friendly work environment
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive benefits package and 401(k)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) benefits
• Up to $2,500 relocation reimbursement for candidates relocating 60+ miles

Schedule

Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Monday – Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Additional requirements:

• Average of 2–3 weekends per year
• 1–2 weeknights per month of on-call coverage
• Participation in a holiday on-call rotation

Travel requirements

• This position is based out of the Waterloo office.
• You will provide local coverage to nearby communities – all within 30 minutes of Waterloo.
• All travel in and outside of Waterloo is fully reimbursed.
• Paid travel time and mileage.

What You'll Do

• Provide nursing care to hospice patients in homes and healthcare facilities
• Deliver compassionate end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity and quality of life
• Assess patients physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans
• Monitor changes in condition and update plan of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning discussions
• Educate and support patients, caregivers and families
• Coordinate care and advocate for patients and families throughout their hospice journey

Qualifications

Required

• Current Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn work-related software
• Valid Iowa driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Two years of recent nursing experience, preferably working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Previous hospice, home health, palliative care, or related nursing experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to travel throughout the service area and work in patient homes, healthcare facilities and office settings
• Ability to alternate between sitting, standing, walking and driving throughout the workday
• Pre-employment/post-offer physical, TB, and drug screen required

Join Our Team

Enjoy a nursing career where you can make a meaningful impact every day!

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Cedar Valley Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. Cedar Valley Hospice prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law.