Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $28.00 - $44.50
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
Gentiva Hospice is a nationally recognized provider of hospice, palliative, home health care, and advanced illness management services. With nearly 600 locations across 38 states, Gentiva Hospice is dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care in the comfort of patients' homes, assisted living facilities, or wherever patients call home. Our organization prides itself on supporting patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families by providing dignity, comfort, and emotional reassurance throughout their hospice journey. We are a leader in transforming end-of-life care through comprehensive support that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, fostering quality of life and dignity for every patient. Our... Show More
Job Requirements
- 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
- CPR certification required
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- Ability to provide care in diverse settings including private homes and facilities
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach
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
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 not just to the patient, but to their loved ones as well, 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, and end-of-life processes and expectations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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