Inpatient Hospice Registered Nurse

Provident Behavioral Health; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health in North Carolina seeks a Registered Nurse for an inpatient Hospice Unit to provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care. You will perform nursing assessments, manage symptoms, administer medications, and update individualized care plans to prioritize comfort and dignity.

This role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, strong clinical judgment in hospice settings, and excellent communication with patients and families to support quality of

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure required.
• Experience in hospice or palliative care preferred.
• Strong communication with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and monitor condition changes.
• Manage symptoms and administer medications safely.
• Plan, coordinate, and document care for patient needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team.
• Educate and support patients and families.
• Advocate for comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

Skills

RN licensure

Hospice care

Clinical judgment

Compassionate communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Registered Nurse (Inpatient Hospice Unit)

Provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care in an inpatient hospice setting. You will perform nursing assessments, manage symptoms, administer medications, and develop and update individualized care plans that prioritize comfort and dignity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and monitor changes in condition
• Deliver symptom management and administer medications safely
• Plan, coordinate, and document care to support patient needs
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team
• Educate and provide emotional support to patients and families
• Advocate for comfort, quality of life, and dignity throughout care

Qualifications & Skills

• Active Registered Nurse licensure
• Strong clinical judgment in end-of-life and hospice care
• Compassionate communication and ability to support families
• Team-oriented approach to interdisciplinary collaboration
• Commitment to compassionate, individualized patient care