Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Vivie; Aitkin (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Employer-matched retirement

Pay-on-demand options

PTO & paid holidays

Comprehensive health benefits

Mileage / drive time reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Vivie is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, in-home hospice care across Minnesota. The role covers admissions, routine visits, re-certifications, and end-of-life support, with thorough assessments and precise documentation.

You will supervise HHAs every two weeks, collaborate with the IDG, and participate in care conferences to align pain management and goals of care. Travel to patients' homes is required.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Minnesota.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in hospice, palliative care, or end-of-life care strongly preferred.
• Exceptional communication and emotional intelligence to support patients and families with empathy and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical hospice care during visits, including admissions, routine/PRN visits, re-certifications, discharges, and end-of-life care; perform accurate assessments and document in the patient’s home; manage pain and symptoms with appropriate medications.
• Supervise HHAs at least every 14 days to ensure high-quality care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary IDG; participate in care conferences to discuss pain management and goals of care; complete IDG notes promptly.
• Demonstrate accountability and leadership to inspire a positive, trusting team culture.
• Travel to patients' homes within designated regions and provide covered on-call rotation as needed.

Job description

Schedule

Full-time | 72-80 hours/pay period | Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Every 6th holiday On-Call Rotation

Pay Range

$34.50 - 45.00/hour (non-exempt), based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Why You’ll Love Working at Vivie

• Flexible scheduling, autonomy, and work-life support with modern technology that makes your day easier
• Competitive pay with employer-matched retirement, pay-on-demand options, and generous PTO + paid holidays
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits
• Paid documentation time, plus mileage, drive time or car program options
• Career growth through scholarships, training, and professional development

As a Registered Nurse in Hospice, you'll be at the heart of our community, delivering compassionate and personalized skilled nursing care to clients in the comfort of their own homes. Whether providing direct clinical care, educating clients and families, or ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, you'll play a key role in enhancing the independence, safety, and well-being of our clients.

As a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN), You Will

• Provide Clinical Care and Case Management - Deliver comprehensive hospice care by performing all visit types, including admissions, routine/PRN visits, re-certifications, discharges, and end-of-life care. Conduct accurate and thorough assessments at each visit, completing documentation in the patient's home. Utilize advanced pain and symptom management techniques, administer comfort medications appropriately, and provide clinical education and ongoing emotional support.
• Supervise and Support - Provide regular supervision and guidance to HHAs at least every 14 days to ensure high-quality, compassionate care.
• Active Member of the IDG - Communicate and collaborate continuously with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, spiritual care providers, and other members of the patient's care team. Initiate and participate in care conferences to discuss pain management, bereavement counseling, and patient's goals of care. Complete IDG notes and updates in a timely manner.
• Ensure Accountability and Leadership - Demonstrate accountability in daily tasks and uphold team norms and expectations. Inspire and motivate the hospice team by creating a positive culture that fosters trust, collaboration, and commitment to exceptional care.
• Other Duties as Assigned - The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

This Job Also Requires

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Minnesota.
• CPR certification required.
• Exceptional communication and emotional intelligence to support patients and families with empathy and compassion.
• Experience in hospice, palliative care, or end-of-life care strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of comfort medications, hospice standing orders, and pain management protocols.
• Valid driver's license and access to an insured personal vehicle for home visits.
• Willingness to be on-call and provide emergency coverage on weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to pass state mandated background check.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Hourly, non-exempt
• Department: Nurse
• Leadership Received: Regional Manager of Clinical Operations
• Division: Hospice
• Travel Requirements: Travel to patients' homes within designated regions.
• This role does include supervision and support of the HHAs but does not include formal supervisory responsibilities.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• CPR/BLS

Equal Opportunity Employer

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