Hospice RN | Island Living | $97K + Exceptional PTO
Purple Cow Recruiting·Tisbury, Massachusetts
Purple Cow Recruiting·Tisbury, Massachusetts
Provide compassionate hospice and palliative nursing care to patients in homes and facilities across Martha's Vineyard. Coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and educate families on symptom management and end-of-life care.
Description Hospice RN | Island Living | $97K + Exceptional PTO Full Time | Hospice | Community-Based Care Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing Call or Text: 272-230-3157 LinkedIn: View Elizabeth's LinkedIn Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying?
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Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is hiring a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) for Hospice and Palliative Care of Martha's Vineyard in Tisbury, Massachusetts.
POSITION OVERVIEW Provide compassionate hospice and palliative nursing care for patients in their homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities throughout Martha's Vineyard.
Complete comprehensive nursing assessments, develop individualized plans of care, and coordinate services with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and hospice team members.
Educate patients and families on symptom management, disease progression, medications, and end-of-life care.
Deliver comfort-focused nursing interventions while supporting patients and loved ones through every stage of the hospice journey.
Maintain accurate documentation while collaborating within an experienced interdisciplinary hospice team.
Become part of a respected nonprofit hospice dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care throughout the island community.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive salary from $85,000-$97,000.
Health insurance with no deductible and approximately 70% employer-paid premiums.
Dental and vision insurance.
3% retirement match.
Three weeks Paid Time Off.
10 paid sick days.
Two personal days.
Two floating holidays.
Eight paid holidays.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Mileage reimbursement.
On-site housing assistance.
Additional on-call and holiday compensation opportunities.
WHY NURSES ARE APPLYING Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM schedule.
Small community census of approximately 20 hospice patients.
Meaningful one-on-one patient relationships.
Mission-driven nonprofit hospice organization.
Massage therapy, wellness initiatives, and team appreciation events.
Beautiful island community offering an unmatched quality of life.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license. Minimum two years of hospice, oncology, home health, or closely related nursing experience. Excellent assessment, communication, and end-of-life care skills. Ability to work independently throughout home and facility settings. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered hospice care.
Market context
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