Hospice Registered Nurse - $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Heartland Hospice, a part of Gentiva, is a nationally recognized leader in hospice, palliative, and home health care. With nearly 600 locations spanning across 38 states, Heartland Hospice offers compassionate care in the comfort of the patient's home, whether that be a private residence, assisted living facility, or other setting. The organization's family of trusted brands includes Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, and several others, all united by their commitment to providing holistic, patient-centered care to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. From guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of terminal diagnoses to supporting recovery after injury or surgery, Heartland Hospice emphasizes dignity, comfort, and love at every stage of care. The primary role offered is a full-time Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) / RN Case Manager position, providing personalized, meaningful hospice and palliative care to patients and their families. This position operates Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with limited after-hours on-call responsibilities, ensuring work-life balance. The role includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus and competitive annual salary along with benefits such as mileage reimbursement or access to a fleet vehicle. The Hospice RN serves as the vital point of contact for patients and families, delivering skilled nursing care tailored to each individual's Plan of Care. This includes performing initial and ongoing assessments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams—including physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other nursing staff—to develop and adjust care plans, and providing emotional and spiritual support to patients and loved ones. This role requires maintaining accurate clinical documentation, adhering to infection control protocols, and actively participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care consistency and compassion. The RN also educates caregivers on safe, effective care techniques and helps patients and families navigate complex topics such as medication administration, symptom and pain management, hospice philosophy, and the processes associated with end-of-life care. The emphasis is on holistic care that respects the patient’s values and wishes while supporting families through difficult times. This position is ideal for nursing professionals who possess a genuine hospice heart, demonstrating compassion, empathy, and patient-centered care as core values. Heartland Hospice supports its employees with comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and wellness programs, fostering a workplace culture of kindness, recognition, and professional growth. This role promises an opportunity to make a profound impact on patients’ lives, ensuring that every moment counts.

• Active RN license in the state of employment or eligible to obtain
• 1+ year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related nursing fields
• CPR certification required
• valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation