Hospice Care Registered Nurse in New Baltimore, VA
Job Description
Lead with Heart. Make a Meaningful Impact. Transform End-of-Life Care.
Join our dedicated team, where each day is an opportunity to provide personalized, compassionate hospice and palliative care to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. We are committed to supporting patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and love.
What You'll Do as a Hospice RN / Case Manager:
• Serve as the primary contact for patients and families, guiding them through every phase of their hospice journey.
• Deliver and record skilled nursing care based on each patient's personalized Plan of Care, whether in their home, assisted living, or another familiar setting.
• Conduct initial and continuous assessments to monitor patient conditions and make necessary adjustments to care.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team—including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, and chaplains—to create and refine individualized care plans.
• Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support to both the patient and their loved ones, offering education, comfort, and bereavement guidance.
• Educate caregivers on how to safely and confidently care for their loved ones, providing both practical advice and emotional reassurance.
• Communicate significant updates in patient conditions to the care team to ensure timely and appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate and current clinical documentation while adhering to infection control and compliance standards.
• Support organizational goals related to quality improvement and scheduling initiatives to ensure that care is consistent, compassionate, and efficient.
• Assist patients and families in navigating important topics such as:
• Medication administration
• Hospice philosophy and services
• Symptom and pain management
• End-of-life processes and expectations
About You:
• Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain).
• At least 1 year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related nursing fields.
• A compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Comfortable providing care in diverse environments, including private homes and healthcare facilities.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills, especially in emotionally sensitive situations.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• CPR certification is required.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
• Experience as a hospital RN (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac)
• Exposure to admissions nursing, wound care, float pool, or travel nursing
• Experience working with terminally ill patients or in serious illness support
What We Offer:
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
• Competitive salary
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for career advancement
• National & local recognition programs
• Teammate assistance fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program
• Generous paid time off plus 7 paid holidays
• Wellness programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes management, Joint & Spine concierge care)
• Education support & tuition assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Complimentary continuing education units (CEUs)
• Company-paid life & long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary benefits (Pet insurance, Critical illness, Accident insurance, Long-term care)
Ready to Join a Caring Team?
Apply now to become part of our Hospice Nursing team and help make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones.
Legal Information:
• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits.
• Where applicable, employee must meet state-specific requirements.
• We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace.
Location: Heartland Hospice
About Heartland Hospice:
At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, we are honored to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. As a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, we operate nearly 600 locations and employ thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our mission is to stand by those who need us—whether it's aiding recovery from illness, injury, or surgery at home, or providing support to patients and their families in facing the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide network is built on a legacy of trusted brands that include Gentiva Hospice, Heartland Home Health, and more, all dedicated to enriching lives with quality care.
Join us in creating a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized and kindness is celebrated.
Join our dedicated team, where each day is an opportunity to provide personalized, compassionate hospice and palliative care to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. We are committed to supporting patients and their families with dignity, comfort, and love.
What You'll Do as a Hospice RN / Case Manager:
• Serve as the primary contact for patients and families, guiding them through every phase of their hospice journey.
• Deliver and record skilled nursing care based on each patient's personalized Plan of Care, whether in their home, assisted living, or another familiar setting.
• Conduct initial and continuous assessments to monitor patient conditions and make necessary adjustments to care.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team—including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, and chaplains—to create and refine individualized care plans.
• Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support to both the patient and their loved ones, offering education, comfort, and bereavement guidance.
• Educate caregivers on how to safely and confidently care for their loved ones, providing both practical advice and emotional reassurance.
• Communicate significant updates in patient conditions to the care team to ensure timely and appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate and current clinical documentation while adhering to infection control and compliance standards.
• Support organizational goals related to quality improvement and scheduling initiatives to ensure that care is consistent, compassionate, and efficient.
• Assist patients and families in navigating important topics such as:
• Medication administration
• Hospice philosophy and services
• Symptom and pain management
• End-of-life processes and expectations
About You:
• Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain).
• At least 1 year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related nursing fields.
• A compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Comfortable providing care in diverse environments, including private homes and healthcare facilities.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills, especially in emotionally sensitive situations.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• CPR certification is required.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
• Experience as a hospital RN (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac)
• Exposure to admissions nursing, wound care, float pool, or travel nursing
• Experience working with terminally ill patients or in serious illness support
What We Offer:
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
• Competitive salary
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for career advancement
• National & local recognition programs
• Teammate assistance fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program
• Generous paid time off plus 7 paid holidays
• Wellness programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes management, Joint & Spine concierge care)
• Education support & tuition assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Complimentary continuing education units (CEUs)
• Company-paid life & long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary benefits (Pet insurance, Critical illness, Accident insurance, Long-term care)
Ready to Join a Caring Team?
Apply now to become part of our Hospice Nursing team and help make every moment count for our patients and their loved ones.
Legal Information:
• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits.
• Where applicable, employee must meet state-specific requirements.
• We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace.
Location: Heartland Hospice
About Heartland Hospice:
At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, we are honored to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. As a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, we operate nearly 600 locations and employ thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our mission is to stand by those who need us—whether it's aiding recovery from illness, injury, or surgery at home, or providing support to patients and their families in facing the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide network is built on a legacy of trusted brands that include Gentiva Hospice, Heartland Home Health, and more, all dedicated to enriching lives with quality care.
Join us in creating a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized and kindness is celebrated.
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Hospice & Palliative MedicineHome HealthGeriatricsOncology
Employment Type
Full-timePart-timePer diem
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
In-personHospitalAssisted living facility
About Gentiva
Gentiva is a leading provider of compassionate care services, including hospice, palliative, and home health care, with over 550 locations across 38 states. They offer personalized care to individuals recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, as well as those with serious or terminal illnesses, in the comfort of their own homes.