Full-Time Hospice Registered Nurse in Fowler, OH

Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Transform End-of-Life Care. Join our dedicated team, where each day provides the opportunity to offer personalized and compassionate hospice and palliative care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. We honor patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and love. What You'll Do as a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager: • Act as the primary point of contact for patients and families, guiding them through their unique hospice journey with support and care. • Deliver and document skilled nursing care tailored to each patient's individualized Plan of Care, providing services in their own homes, assisted living facilities, or other locations. • Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient conditions and modify care plans as necessary. • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team—including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, and chaplains—to create and refine customized care plans. • Offer emotional, physical, and spiritual support not just to patients but to their families, providing education, comfort, and bereavement guidance. • Train caregivers to confidently and safely assist their loved ones, offering both practical instruction and emotional assurance. • Communicate significant updates regarding patient conditions to the care team to ensure timely and effective interventions. • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to infection control and compliance standards. • Contribute to the organization's quality improvement and scheduling efforts, ensuring that care is compassionate and efficient. • Assist patients and families in understanding and navigating topics such as medication administration, hospice philosophy, symptom and pain management, and end-of-life expectations. Qualifications - What You'll Bring: • Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligibility to obtain it). • A minimum of 1 year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or similar fields. • A genuine hospice heart: compassionate, empathetic, and centered on patient needs. • Comfort in providing care in varied settings, including private homes and healthcare facilities. • Strong communication and critical thinking skills, especially in emotionally charged situations. • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are essential. • CPR certification is required. Preferred Experience (Not Required): • Experience as a Hospital RN (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac). • Roles such as Admissions RN, wound care, float pool, or travel nursing. • Experience with terminally ill patients or support for serious illnesses. We Offer: • Competitive Pay • 401(k) with Company Match • Opportunities for Career Advancement • Recognition Programs at National & Local Levels • Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) • Company-sponsored Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Join a Team That Cares? Apply now to be part of our Hospice Nursing team and assist in making every moment count for our patients and their loved ones. This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits. Where applicable, employees must meet state-specific requirements. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace. Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one component. Salary Range: $64,305 - $80,400 Location: Heartland Hospice About Our Company: At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, we take pride in providing compassionate care in the comfort of our patients' homes. As a leading provider in hospice, palliative, home health care, and advanced illness management across nearly 600 locations and 38 states, we strive to support our patients and families through the challenges of serious illness. Our reach is strengthened by our trusted brands, including Gentiva Hospice, Heartland Home Health, and Empatia Palliative Care, among others. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, our mission is to celebrate kindness while delivering the highest standard of care in a collaborative environment.