Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $63,360.00 - $92,640.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career advancement opportunities
National recognition programs
Local recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Fleet vehicle program
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
wellness programs
Education support
Tuition Assistance
Continuing Education Units
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
voluntary benefits
Job Description
SouthernCare, part of Gentiva, is a prominent national provider of hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management services. With nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states, SouthernCare is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care wherever patients call home. The company’s footprint encompasses a range of trusted brands, including Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, and several others, ensuring a broad network of support and services for individuals facing serious illnesses and end-of-life challenges. SouthernCare operates from its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, fostering a collaborative work culture where achievements are... Show More
Job Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of employment or eligible to obtain
- One or more years of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related nursing fields
- Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- CPR certification required
- Ability to provide care in various settings including private homes and assisted living
- Strong communication skills
- Must meet state-specific requirements where applicable
Job Qualifications
- Active RN license in the state of employment or eligible to obtain
- One or more years of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related nursing fields
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered hospice heart
- Comfortable providing care in diverse settings including private homes and facilities
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills in emotionally sensitive situations
- Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- CPR certification required
Job Duties
- Be the primary point of contact for patients and families, guiding them through every step of their hospice journey
- Deliver and document skilled, hands-on nursing care based on each patient's individualized Plan of Care in their home, assisted living, or wherever they call home
- Perform initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient condition and adjust care as needed
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, chaplains, and others to build and refine personalized care plans
- Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones, offering education, comfort, and bereavement guidance
- Teach caregivers how to care for their loved one safely and confidently, offering practical training and emotional reassurance
- Communicate important updates in patient condition to the care team, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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