Travel Registered Nurse – Hospice

Gentiva Hospice; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse for regional support in Kansas City. The role involves delivering direct patient care across branches, managing care plans, and leading interdisciplinary teams. Ideal for a flexible RN looking to make a significant impact in hospice care.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Supportive culture

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of employment required.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience, preferred in home health/hospice.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and manage hospice patients’ plans.
• Educate patients and families about medications and care needs.
• Assess and address patients’ physical and emotional needs.

Skills

Clinical skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Compassion

Education

Active RN license

CPR certification

Job description

Our Company

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

Schedule: Typically Monday–Friday
Eligible for a company fleet vehicle

Make a difference across communities.
We are seeking a compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse – Regional Support to join our team. In this dynamic role, you'll deliver direct patient care and provide support to families, while also stepping into temporary assignments at various branches as needed due to staffing gaps or census increases.

This is a unique opportunity for an RN looking for flexibility, variety, and purpose-driven work across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care and manage hospice patients’ plans of care
• Support and lead interdisciplinary care teams including LPNs, CNAs, and support staff
• Assess and address patients’ physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs
• Document care thoroughly and accurately
• Supervise and guide HHA/LPN staff
• Educate patients and families about medications, care needs, and safety
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as assigned
• Collaborate with physicians and attend interdisciplinary team meetings
• Assist in referrals, resource connections, and compliance with payer requirements

About You

What You’ll Need:

• Active RN license in the state of employment
• Minimum of 1 year RN experience (acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health preferred)
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance
• Reliable transportation

Preferred Skills and Qualities:

• Strong hospice and end-of-life care knowledge
• Excellent clinical and assessment skills
• Compassionate, supportive, and calm in crisis situations
• Effective communicator with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Flexibility and resilience in a dynamic work environment

We Offer

Schedule & Travel:

This role typically follows a Monday–Friday schedule, with occasional on-call responsibilities.

Travel is required and may include:

- Overnight travel required to cities within Kansas and Nebraska.

A company fleet car is provided for eligible employees.

Why Join Us?

• Generous Paid Time Off (increases with tenure)
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 50% Matching 401(k) up to 6%
• Supportive culture focused on work/life balance
• Career advancement opportunities
• The chance to serve patients in your broader community

If you’re a dedicated RN ready to bring comfort and care across locations, we invite you to apply today.

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Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Heartland Hospice