Hospice Registered Nurse, RN - Full Time

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago

About the role

Serve as the primary point of contact for hospice patients and families, delivering skilled nursing care and managing individualized plans of care. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support in various home and facility settings.

Overview ***$7,500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE!**
Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Transform End-of-Life Care. Join our company, where every day is an opportunity to deliver personalized, meaningful hospice and palliative care to patients facing life-limiting illness. We support patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and love. What You'll Do as a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager: 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
End-of-life processes and expectations About You Qualifications – What You’ll Bring: 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. Preferred Experience (Not Required): Hospital RN (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac) Admissions RN, wound care, float pool, travel nursing Experience with terminally ill patients or serious illness support We Offer Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Join a Team That Cares? Apply now to become part of our Hospice Nursing team and help make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones. 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 Gentiva Hospice Our Company At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include: Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

Requirements

Requires an active RN license and at least one year of experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, or geriatrics. Must possess a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and CPR certification.

associate degree
bachelor degree
professional certificate
postgraduate degree
Case Management
Patient Assessment
Emotional Support
Infection Control
Clinical Documentation
Critical Thinking
Pain Management
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Symptom Management
Palliative Care
Hospice Care
Caregiver Education

Benefits

Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Competitive Pay
Pet Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Mileage Reimbursement
401(k) With Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
Wellness Programs
Fleet Vehicle Program
Education Support
Company-paid Life Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Teammate Assistance Fund
National & Local Recognition Programs
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Locations: Savannah, Georgia; Pooler, Georgia
Posted: Jun 11, 2026
Closes: Jul 9, 2027
Application: Employer website

Hospice Registered Nurse, RN - Full Time

Hospice Registered Nurse, RN - Full Time

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Georgia cath lab nursing demand remains steady

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