Hospice RN - Compassionate Care Leader

Chapters Health System, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System seeks a qualified Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive hospice care to patients and families. The RN will apply nursing processes, educate patients, document thoroughly, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort and quality end-of-life care.

Requirements include an active RN license, BLS certification, and EMR/EHR experience. The role demands flexibility, strong English communication, and the resilience to work in emotionally charged

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• Active BLS certification (AHA/Red Cross).
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in hospice or hospital setting preferred.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients and families using the nursing process.
• Coordinate Plan of Care reflecting evolving patient needs.
• Educate patients and families about disease, palliative care, and safety practices.
• Report changes in patient condition to IDG and physicians.
• Attend patient deaths and prepare for transport/discharge as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with team members regularly.

Skills

RN license

BLS certified

English communication

Compassion

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

Chapters Health System seeks a qualified Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive hospice care to patients and families. The RN will apply nursing processes, educate patients, document thoroughly, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort and quality end-of-life care.

Requirements include an active RN license, BLS certification, and EMR/EHR experience. The role demands flexibility, strong English communication, and the resilience to work in emotionally charged