Phoenix

Arizona

1527 live openings

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients and families.
• Provide direct hospice nursing care to maintain the highest level of comfort and quality of life.
• Manage and update care plans as patient needs change.
• Communicate with physicians to obtain appropriate orders and report changes in patient condition.
• Initiate interventions and evaluate outcomes to ensure optimal symptom management.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about hospice care, medications, and symptom recognition.
• Accurately document patient care and communicate updates to the interdisciplinary team (IDG).
• Coordinate with external service providers as needed to meet patient and family needs.
• Ensure availability of necessary medical equipment and supplies.
• Assign and supervise Home Health Aides, completing supervisory visits every 14 days.
• Serve as IDG coordinator, collaborating with all team members to ensure holistic care.
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 hospice coverage and support.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current California RN license (BSN preferred).
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing desired.
• Minimum of one year of professional nursing experience within the last three years, or a BSN degree.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Compassionate and supportive attitude toward patients and families facing end-of-life care.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Proficiency in computer use and electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.
• Reliable, well-maintained personal vehicle with valid California driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and proof of auto insurance.
• Spanish speaking a plus!
• Licensure: Current, unencumbered California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Hospice Mastery: Minimum 1–2 years of Hospice Case Management experience is required. You must know the "Hospice Benefit" inside and out.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of CMS Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and California Title 22. Or willingness to learn!
• Triage Skills: Expert ability to prioritize acuity and manage a field schedule effectively.
• Documentation Excellence: Proficiency in EMR (e.g., HospiceMD, KanTime, MatrixCare) with an emphasis on "gold-standard" clinical narratives.
• Communication: Must be able to speak professionally with physicians and compassionately with families.

Schedule & Compensation • Full-Time

• Monday to
• Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• On-Call: 2 weekend shifts per month (as needed)
• Holidays: 2 shifts per year (as needed)
• Pay
• Range: $50 – $54 per hour (based on experience)

Work Location • Field-based

• Serving patients across Riverside and Northern San Diego Counties
• In-person visits required

Preferred* Employee Living Location: Area Central Riverside and Northern San Diego County (such as Temecula and surrounding cities)

Why Join Us?

• You will report directly to a DPCS who values clinical integrity over "census numbers." We provide a supportive environment for nurses who are serious about the profession of hospice.
• Competitive Salary & Mileage Reimbursement
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Clinical Support & Mentorship

To Apply

Submit your resume and a brief statement on your philosophy regarding "RN Ownership" in hospice care.

*Living location is not required but employee must be willing and able to access patients in requested coverage areas in a timely manner.