HOSPICE RN FT.WORTH

Pennant; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K match

Job summary

Pennant seeks a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. The role includes clinical care, symptom management, and emotional support for patients and families in home, hospice facilities, and related settings.

Full-time position with a salary range of $88,000 to $94,000 annually and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K match.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
• Current RN license in the state.
• CPR certification required.
• Hospice and Palliative Care certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical condition and develop care plans.
• Monitor vital signs and symptom progression.
• Administer medications and palliative treatments.
• Provide pain and symptom management.
• Educate patients and families on end-of-life care.
• Coordinate with physicians, social workers, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Respond to urgent needs and after-hours calls as applicable.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Independence

Hospice knowledge

EHR proficiency

Education

ADN or BSN

RN license in state

CPR certification

Hospice certification preferred

Job description

Full-time position

Salary Range: $88,000 to 94,000 annually

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match

Job Summary

The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. This role includes clinical care, symptom management, and emotional support for patients and their families during the end-of-life process.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Patient Management

• Assess patients’ physical condition and develop individualized care plans
• Monitor vital signs and evaluate symptom progression
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Provide pain and symptom management using palliative care techniques
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, mobility)

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and interdisciplinary team members
• Participate in care planning and case conferences
• Communicate patient condition changes promptly to the care team

Patient & Family Support

• Educate patients and families on disease progression and end-of-life expectations
• Provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support
• Guide families on caregiving techniques and available resources
• Offer bereavement support and counseling as needed

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Update patient records and care plans as conditions change
• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, policies, and privacy standards

Additional Duties

• Respond to urgent patient needs and after-hours calls (if applicable)
• Provide education on medication use, safety, and infection control
• Support a peaceful and comfortable end-of-life environment
• Notify appropriate parties at time of death and complete post-mortem procedures

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state
• CPR certification required
• Hospice and Palliative Care certification (preferred)

Experience

• 1-2+ years nursing experience (hospice, home health, or acute care preferred)
• Experience with end-of-life care and symptom management strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Compassion and emotional resilience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in home or facility settings
• Knowledge of hospice philosophy and palliative care practices
• Documentation and EHR proficiency

Work Environment

• Patient homes, hospice facilities, or nursing homes
• May require travel within service area
• Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts (depending on role)

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.