Carilion Clinic·Rocky Mount, Virginia
Provide compassionate end-of-life nursing care and coordinate symptom management for terminally ill patients. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Employment status: Full time
SHIFT: Evening/Night (United States of America)
453 South Main St - Rocky Mount
The RN Hospice provides end-of-life nursing care, coordinates symptom management and hospice services, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, and delivers compassionate care to patients and families across care settings.
RN Hospice Nurse. Mon-Thurs on call. Mileage reimbursement. Company equipment. Sign on bonus eligible.
Serves as a member of the hospice team, completing admissions, coordinating care, and conducting follow-up visits.
Reviews patient eligibility and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, Medical Director, and attending physician to develop care plans.
Provides compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with terminal illness across care settings.
Performs comprehensive assessments and develops individualized plans of care.
Administers treatments and medications accurately and documents care in electronic medical records.
Advocates for patients and supports their rights and psychosocial, cultural, and emotional needs.
Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborates across care teams.
Contributes to performance improvement initiatives and supports positive patient outcomes.
Utlizes clinical expertise in dynamic and changing patient conditions.
Implements strategies to improve care efficiency, outcomes, and resource utilization.
Serves as a role model and provides support to staff, students, and team members.
Uses problem-solving skills to address patient care and operational challenges.
Provides feedback to staff and participates in shared decision-making activities.
Maintains strong critical thinking and organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
Uses electronic systems to support communication, documentation, and continuity of care.
Collaborates with billing to ensure authorization requirements and patient financial responsibilities are addressed.
Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and prioritization of patient care needs.
Ensures compliance with hospice policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
Participates in hospice-related events and community support activities.
Graduate of an accredited register nurse program.
1 year experience in hospice, home health, oncology or medical surgical nursing required.
Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia or approved compact state. Must have valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and personal vehicle for making home visits.
Life
Suppor t: Must obtain/maintain AHA BLS-HCP.
Keyboarding skills required for automated computer systems. including electronic medical records.
This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
$76,689.60 - $115,044.80
Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.
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Requires a graduate degree from an accredited registered nurse program and a valid RN license in Virginia or a compact state. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in hospice, home health, oncology, or medical-surgical nursing.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.
