Hospice RN-PRN

Inspire Hospice; Athens, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire Hospice and Palliative Care, part of Cadre Family Companies, seeks a dedicated Hospice Registered Nurse to deliver compassionate care in patients' homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document care plans, and support families through the hospice journey while upholding the highest standards of dignity and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
• Preferred hospice, palliative care, home health, oncology, or case management experience.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR/EMR) documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality bedside care to patients and their families.
• Deliver compassionate care in patients' homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities.
• Manage patient symptoms with clinical expertise and empathy.
• Support patients and families throughout their hospice journey.
• Educate on disease progression, end-of-life care, self-care techniques, and nutrition.
• Help patients and families understand their care and what to expect throughout the hospice journey.
• Provide compassionate support while honoring each patient's needs and wishes.
• Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Communicate and collaborate with other members of the care team to support patient needs.
• Help ensure patients receive coordinated, compassionate hospice care.
• Accurately document assessments, progress notes, care plans, and physician orders.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
• Communicate patient needs and changes in condition appropriately with the care team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Relationship-building

Empathy

Education

RN license (state of practice)

Tools

EHR/EMR documentation

Job description

At Cadre Family Companies , our mission is simple: People First, Always.

Cadre Family Companies is a family of healthcare organizations committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while creating an environment where our team members can thrive personally and professionally. For this opportunity, you'll be joining the Inspire Hospice and Palliative Care team , one of the organizations within the Cadre family.

When you join Inspire Hospice and Palliative Care, you'll become part of a collaborative team that values integrity, accountability, innovation, and kindness. We celebrate diverse perspectives, encourage professional growth, and empower our team members to make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking for purpose,we'd love to meet you.

About the Role

As a Hospice Registered Nurse , you'll be an essential part of our care team, providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients and families in the comfort of their homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities. You'll use your clinical expertise, compassion, and understanding of the hospice philosophy to help patients receive the comfort and support they deserve.

We're looking for someone who is dependable, compassionate, solutions-oriented, and committed to delivering excellence. Whether working directly with patients, supporting operations, or partnering across departments, you'll have the opportunity to contribute in meaningful ways while continuing to grow your career.

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality bedside care to patients and their families.
• Deliver compassionate care in patients' homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities.
• Manage patient symptoms with clinical expertise and empathy.
• Support patients and families throughout their hospice journey.

Educate & Support Patients and Families

• Provide education on disease progression, end-of-life care, self-care techniques, and nutrition.
• Help patients and families understand their care and what to expect throughout the hospice journey.
• Provide compassionate support while honoring each patient's needs and wishes.

Collaborate with Your Care Team

• Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Communicate and collaborate with other members of the care team to support patient needs.
• Help ensure patients receive coordinated, compassionate hospice care.

Document & Coordinate Care

• Accurately document assessments, progress notes, care plans, and physician orders.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
• Communicate patient needs and changes in condition appropriately with the care team.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hospice, palliative care, home health, oncology, or case management experience.
• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills.
• Experience educating patients and caregivers.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR/EMR) documentation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• A compassionate, patient-first mindset and a commitment to delivering dignified, person-centered end-of-life care

Why Join Inspire?

Meaningful work that makes a difference
Supportive, collaborative culture
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits*
A team that truly puts people first

*Benefits vary by position and employment status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cadre Family Companies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all applicants and team members are treated with dignity and respect. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.