Hospice RN: Field-Based Care Leader & Comfort Champion

VitalCaring Group; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to lead patient-centered end-of-life care in field-based settings. You will collaborate with families and an interdisciplinary team to deliver comfort, symptom management, and compassionate support.

In this role you will manage plans of care, document care accurately, and advocate for patients’ goals while navigating the emotional realities of hospice with professionalism and empathy.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (or compact eligibility).
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and compassionate care approach.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Excellent communication skills in sensitive situations.
• Basic EMR proficiency.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the plan of care and manage symptoms to align with patient goals.
• Coordinate care across the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate and support patients and families throughout the journey.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in IDT meetings.
• Support quality and compliance standards.

Skills

RN license

Caseload management

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Driver's license

Education

RN degree (accredited program)

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Job description

VitalCaring is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to lead patient-centered end-of-life care in field-based settings. You will collaborate with families and an interdisciplinary team to deliver comfort, symptom management, and compassionate support.

In this role you will manage plans of care, document care accurately, and advocate for patients’ goals while navigating the emotional realities of hospice with professionalism and empathy.