Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $35.75 - $55.25
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career advancement opportunities
National recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid Time Off
wellness programs
Education support
free Continuing Education Units
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
voluntary benefits
Job Description
Gentiva Hospice is a premier national provider dedicated to delivering compassionate hospice, palliative, and home health care to patients facing serious and life-limiting illnesses. With nearly 600 locations and thousands of experienced clinicians across 38 states, Gentiva proudly serves diverse communities by offering personalized and meaningful care that supports patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and respect. Rooted in a philosophy of holistic care, the organization emphasizes not only physical health but also emotional, spiritual, and psychological well-being throughout the end-of-life journey. Gentiva's family of trusted brands encompasses specialized services in hospice care, palliative care, home health services, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- active rn license in the state of employment or eligible to obtain
- minimum 1 year 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 work in diverse settings including private homes and facilities
- strong communication and critical thinking skills in emotionally sensitive situations
- meet state specific requirements where applicable
Job Qualifications
- active rn license in the state of employment or eligible to obtain
- 1+ year of rn experience in hospice home health icu oncology geriatrics or related nursing fields
- a genuine hospice heart compassionate empathetic and patient-centered
- 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
- hospital rn experience med-surg icu er pacu telemetry cardiac preferred
- admissions rn wound care float pool travel nursing preferred
- experience with terminally ill patients or serious illness support preferred
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 both practical training and emotional reassurance
- communicate important updates in patient condition to the care team ensuring timely and appropriate interventions
- maintain accurate up-to-date clinical documentation and follow infection control and compliance standards
- support the organization’s quality improvement and scheduling initiatives to ensure care is consistent compassionate and efficient
- help patients and families understand and navigate topics such as medication administration hospice philosophy and services symptom and pain management end-of-life processes and expectations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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