Hospice Registered Nurse - Full Time Opportunity in Otisfield, ME

Lead with Heart. Make a Difference in End-of-Life Care. Join our compassionate team and be part of a journey that delivers personalized hospice and palliative care to patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Your support helps patients and their families experience dignity, comfort, and love during difficult times. Key Responsibilities as a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager: • Serve as the primary contact for patients and their families, guiding them through each step of their hospice journey. • Provide and document tailored nursing care based on each patient's individualized Plan of Care, whether it’s in their home, assisted living, or any setting they choose. • Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient conditions and adapt care as needed. • Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team—including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, chaplains, and others—to create and refine personalized care plans. • Offer emotional, physical, and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones, providing education, comfort, and bereavement guidance. • Educate caregivers on safe and confident care practices, offering practical training and emotional reassurance. • Communicate essential updates regarding patient conditions to the care team, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation while adhering to infection control and compliance standards. • Support the organization’s quality improvement and scheduling initiatives to ensure compassionate and efficient care. • Help patients and families navigate topics such as medication administration, hospice philosophy, symptom and pain management, and end-of-life processes. Qualifications - What You'll Bring: • Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligibility to obtain). • At least 1 year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or similar nursing fields. • A deep-seated compassion for hospice care: empathetic and patient-centered. • Experience providing care in diverse settings, including private homes and facilities. • Excellent communication and critical thinking skills, especially in emotionally sensitive situations. • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation. • Current CPR certification is required. Preferred Experience (Not Required): • Hospital RN experience (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac). • Experience as an Admissions RN, in wound care, float pool, or travel nursing. • Exposure to terminally ill patients or serious illness support. We Offer: • Competitive Pay • 401(k) with Company Match • Career Advancement Opportunities • National & Local Recognition Programs • Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: • Medical, Dental, 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-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) 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 families. This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees must meet minimum criteria to qualify for benefits. Willingness to comply with state-specific requirements. We are an equal opportunity employer and maintain a drug-free workplace. Location: Gentiva Hospice At Gentiva, we take pride in providing compassionate care in the comfort of our patients’ homes. As a national leader in hospice care, we support patients through the challenges posed by serious illnesses with a dedicated team across hundreds of locations. Join us in making a meaningful impact!