Hospice Staff Nurse

About the Role

Provide compassionate end-of-life care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Manage pain and symptoms, coordinating with physicians and staff.
• Document care accurately and supervise hospice aides.
• Educate patients and families on physical and emotional support.
• Participate in team meetings.
• Provide 24/7 on-call coverage to ensure continuous patient support.

Requirements

• Licensed RN in Massachusetts (BSN preferred).
• At least one year of RN experience.
• Prior acute care or hospice experience is highly valued.
• Reliable transportation.
• Strong assessment skills and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to policies.

Skills

• Compassionate patient care.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Clinical expertise in pain and symptom management.
• Cultural sensitivity.