Housecall Providers·Portland, Oregon
The Hospice RN delivers professional nursing services by performing initial and ongoing patient assessments, developing and revising the plan of care, and coordinating care among team members and community resources. Responsibilities also include timely documentation, participating in IDT meetings, and addressing patient/family needs across physical, spiritual, and financial domains.
Registered Nurse - Hospice 7/7
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The Hospice RN is responsible for the delivery of professional nursing services to hospice patients as indicated by the plan of care developed by the interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include initial and on-going assessment of patients, developing and revising the plan of care, timely documentation, and communication of assessments, planning and interventions, coordination of care among team members.
This is a 0.8 position with a 7 on / 7 off schedule working night shifts.
$113,940.00 - $139,260.00
Please use the internal Workday site to submit an application for this job.
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o Case management
o Admissions
o Initial hospice assessments
o Routine or focused nursing visits
o Telephonic triage
o Night/weekend coverage
o Coverage for increased census or staffing shortages
o Other duties assigned by the Hospice Leadership
Responsible to coordinate and monitor all care being provided and keeps the physician and other team members from agency and community resources apprised of changes in patient’s condition so that adjustments can be made to the plan or care as needed, to improve quality of life.
Uses clinical assessment skills and best practices to identify and provide effective care for patients, families, and caregivers.
Actively participates in IDT meetings for development and evaluation of the patient’s plan of care
Develop and implement a plan of care for each assigned patient/family/caregiver unit and evaluation of that plan of care.
May assist patient/family/caregiver in determining of goals of care including completion of Advance Directives and POLST forms as needed.
Provides dietary counseling as needed.
Address advocacy needs for patients/families/and organization.
Facilitates formal and informal meetings with patients/caregivers/family member as needed.
Collaborates with the IDT during crisis management support and consultations with patient/family/caregiver or IDT team.
Provides information regarding the patient/family/caregivers psychosocial, spiritual, physical, and financial needs or difficulties to the IDT team or providers involved in the patient’s care.
Serves as liaison with hospitals, care facilities and appropriate agencies to promote interagency cooperation, developing and maintaining communication and facilitating referrals to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care.
May participate in admission and on-call duties as assigned during the evenings and weekends.
Participates in continuing education of self and assists with orientation of other team members.
Collaborates as needed with Housecall Providers program staff to enhance continuity of care.
Responsible for documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards per policies and procedures.
Perform duties in compliance with Medicare Condition of Participation.
Maintain patient/family and staff confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA laws.
Participate in the coordination of the patient’s hospice care in accordance with professional standards of practice.
Practice within the scope of license, certification, or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation.
Develop and maintain professional boundaries with all patients/family/caregivers.
Maintain agreed upon work schedule and meet deadlines for completion of work.
Demonstrate the ability to function in a variety of care environments, including home settings, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living environment, etc.
Serve as an ambassador for CareOregon and Housecall Providers at all times.
Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork and maintains collaborative relationships with all levels of staff and community partners.
Participate in orientation of new employees, volunteers or students seeking experience in hospice.
Attend staff and mandatory in-services meetings, as required.
Participate in ongoing education and assume responsibility for updating professional skills
Familiar and comfortable with a person-centered approach to communication, education, and care planning.
Maintains patient and personal safety regarding occupational health and safety and participates in safety program, as requested.
Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement efforts to continually assess and improve quality of care, as requested.
Experience and/or Education
Required: o Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon
o Minimum of two years of Registered Nurse medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting, and/or a combination of medical/surgical, home health, hospice experience or long-term care experience.
o 1 year of experience in quality process improvement/QAPI may substitute for 1 year of Registered Nurse experience
o CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position
o Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required
o Critical thinking
o Reading, writing, mathematics
o Drawing conclusions from written or computer-generated materials
o Implementing recommendations by coordinating people and/or other resources
o Developing plans, procedures, goals, strategies, or processes
o Directing activities of others to accomplish a goal
o Clear verbal articulation
Work Environment(s): ☒ Indoor/Office ☒ Community ☐ Facilities/Security ☐ Outdoor Exposure
Member/Patient Facing: ☐ No ☒ Telephonic ☒ In Person
May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.
Equipment: General office equipment and/or mobile technology
Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee’s personal vehicle may be used. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.
This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day.
If you receive an offer of employment for this position, it is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, immunization review, and drug screen (including THC/Marijuana). CareOregon is a federal contractor and must comply with all federal laws.
We offer a strong Total Rewards Program. This includes competitive pay, bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for bonuses and benefits is dependent on factors such as the position type and the number of scheduled weekly hours.
eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month on or after their start date. Housecall Providers offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, as well as health savings account, flexible spending account(s), lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, wellness program, discounts, and multiple supplemental benefits (e.g., voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pre-tax parking, pet insurance, 529 College Savings, etc.). We also offer a strong retirement plan with employer contributions.
eligible employees accrue PTO and Paid State Sick Time based on hours worked/scheduled hours and the primary work state. Employees may also receive paid holidays, volunteer time, jury duty, bereavement leave, and more, depending on eligibility. Non-benefits eligible employees can enjoy 401(k) contributions, Paid State Sick Time, wellness and employee assistance program benefits, and other perks. Please contact your recruiter for more information.
We are an equal opportunity employer
Housecall Providers is an equal opportunity employer. The organization selects the best individual for the job based upon job related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, ancestry, marital status or disability. The organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship on the operation of our organization.
Candidates must possess a current unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Oregon and a minimum of two years of RN experience in acute care medical/surgical settings, or a combination including home health or hospice experience. Required abilities include critical thinking, excellent interpersonal skills, computer proficiency with EMRs, and the capacity to work under pressure and manage stress.
Market context
In Oregon, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with acute-care experience and current licensure. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, BLS certification, and prior experience, with added value for those who can complete NIH Stroke Scale certification quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of recent patient-care experience before applying.
