Brighton Hospice·Gardner, Kansas
The Registered Nurse provides care and services to hospice patients in their homes or residential facilities. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to perform psych-social assessments and manage patient care plans.
Why Brighton At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care in your area by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by allocating the resources to increase our staff to patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice. If you have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families, we would like to hear from you!
Actual Work/Life Balance Pay is typically $85,000-$94,000 per year + monthly bonus opportunities Competitive Pay Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid Time Off 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades Details The Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing care and services for a group of patients, visiting patients where they reside, which could include private homes, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and assisted living facilities. This position is a contributing member of the interdisciplinary team, providing expertise regarding psych-social assessments, interventions, and knowledge of community sources. The Registered Nurse (RN) will work in either a Case Management, Admissions, or Resource role.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice Works well within a team environment to collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and CNA leadership. Work closely with patients on a 1-1 level but get strong support from a patient care team. Can work independently and on your own from a day-to-day basis with activities which include: phone, email and written communication, meetings with a variety of healthcare professionals, and an understanding of hospice rules and regulations. Time management skills to manage visits, documentation, meetings (i.e.: to scheduled visits, attend required meetings, respond to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging multiple concerns) Ability to learn an electronic medical records system. Must be willing to drive with reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, to be able to travel across the service area
Candidates must hold a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing for the state of practice. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to use electronic medical records are required.
Market context
Registered Nurse roles in Kansas are commonly tied to steady demand in hospitals, behavioral health, and crisis settings, especially for candidates with psychiatric, emergency, or crisis-intervention experience. These positions can be competitive because employers often want a current Kansas RN license, a valid driver’s license, and an ADN or BSN, while benefits such as health, dental, life insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay add to the overall package. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, and confirm your license status and any relevant behavioral health experience before applying.
