Hospice Registered Nurse
About the role
Empower Lives, Elevate Care – Join Our Hospice Team Full-Time Registered Nurse – Hospice Essex County. At VNA Health Group, we’re transforming healthcare by empowering nurses to deliver compassionate care that helps patients live with dignity and comfort. As a Full-Time Staff Nurse Hospice serving Essex County, you’ll assess patient needs, manage symptoms, create individualized care plans, and support families through the end-of-life journey. Working indoors/outdoors with clinical equipment and use of phone and computer; car and valid NJ Driver’s license required. Role involves client/customer contact.
Responsibilities
- Complete a two-week orientation focused on hospice care practices, EMR systems, and safety protocols.
- Assess patients with advanced illnesses and create individualized hospice care plans.
- Provide education, emotional support, and guidance to patients and families as they navigate the end-of-life journey.
- Collaborate closely with VNA clinicians and external providers to ensure seamless, compassionate care.
- Document patient status updates and adjust care plans as needs and goals evolve.
Qualifications
- RN with Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
- Certification in Hospice Palliative Care Nurse and Critical Care skills preferred
- 1+ year of supervised clinical experience as a registered nurse
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong computer skills
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Pay
In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is USD $42.00 to USD $50.00. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions.
Schedule
Regular Full-Time