Hospice Registered Nurse

Gentiva Hospice·Sevierville, Tennessee

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 months ago

About the role

The Hospice RN serves as the primary contact, delivering and documenting skilled nursing care based on the individualized Plan of Care in various patient settings. Responsibilities include performing ongoing assessments, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and providing comprehensive emotional and physical support to patients and their families.

Overview 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

Candidates must possess an active RN license and have at least one year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related fields, along with reliable transportation and CPR certification. A genuine compassionate nature and strong critical thinking skills for sensitive situations are essential for this role.

Compassion
Communication
Documentation
End-of-Life Care
Patient Assessment
Empathy
Patient Education
Emotional Support
Infection Control
Critical Thinking
Plan of Care Development
Pain Management
Compliance Standards
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Symptom Management
Skilled Nursing Care

Benefits

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

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
Posted: Mar 13, 2026
Closes: Mar 14, 2027
Application: Employer website

Hospice Registered Nurse

Hospice Registered Nurse

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