Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $64,900.00 - $82,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career advancement opportunities
National and local recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid Time Off
wellness programs
Education support
Tuition Assistance
free Continuing Education Units
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
voluntary benefits
Job Description
SouthernCare, part of Gentiva, is a nationally recognized leader in providing compassionate hospice, palliative, home health, and advanced illness management services. Operating nearly 600 locations across 38 states, SouthernCare’s mission centers on delivering personalized, meaningful care in the comfort of patients’ homes or wherever they consider home. Their team of dedicated clinicians supports patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses with dignity, comfort, and heartfelt compassion. As part of a family of trusted brands including Gentiva Hospice, Heartland Hospice, Empatia Palliative Care, and others, SouthernCare provides an integrated continuum of care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs throughout serious illness... 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
- ability to communicate effectively in sensitive situations
- meet state specific requirements where applicable
- ability to maintain accurate documentation and comply with infection control standards
- patient-centered compassionate approach
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
- a genuine hospice heart with compassion, empathy, and patient-centered care
- 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 or facility
- 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 families 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 to ensure timely interventions
- maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation and follow infection control and compliance standards
- support the organization’s quality improvement and scheduling initiatives for consistent, compassionate care
- help patients and families understand and navigate medication administration, hospice philosophy, symptom and pain management, and end-of-life processes and expectations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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