Hospice RN - Field-Based, Patient-Centered Care Leader

vitalcaringgroup; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

FSA/HSA

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance

Tuition and continuing education

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care in home and community settings. You will lead care plans, manage symptoms, and guide families with empathy and clinical excellence.

The role emphasizes autonomy with team support, field-based visits, and a focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients at the end of life.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (or compact eligibility).
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB).

Responsibilities

• Lead Patient-Centered Hospice Care: Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments; Develop and manage individualized, comfort-focused care plans; Deliver skilled nursing care with a focus on pain and symptom management.
• Serve as the Care Coordinator: Act as case manager, coordinating care across the interdisciplinary team; Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aides; Monitor patient condition and adjust care plans to maintain comfort.
• Support Patients & Families: Provide education, emotional support, and guidance; Help families navigate complex decisions with empathy and clarity; Build meaningful, trusting relationships in deeply personal moments.
• Drive Quality & Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely documentation; Participate IDT meetings and care planning; Support quality and compliance standards.

Skills

Active RN license

Graduate of nursing program

Clinical nursing experience

Computer skills

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Education

Registered nursing program graduate

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Job description

VitalCaring is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care in home and community settings. You will lead care plans, manage symptoms, and guide families with empathy and clinical excellence.

The role emphasizes autonomy with team support, field-based visits, and a focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients at the end of life.