Registered Nurse - Per Diem in Somerville, TN

Make an Impact. Provide Compassionate End-of-Life Care. At our organization, each day presents the chance to offer personalized and meaningful hospice and palliative care to those facing life-limiting illnesses. We aim to support patients and their families with the utmost dignity, comfort, and love. Role Overview - What You Will Do as a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager: • Serve as the primary contact for patients and families, guiding them through their hospice experience. • Administer and document skilled nursing care tailored to each patient's individualized Plan of Care in their home or preferred setting. • Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust patient care as necessary. • Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team—including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, chaplains, and others—to create and enhance personalized care plans. • Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support to both patients and their families, offering education, comfort, and bereavement assistance. • Train caregivers to ensure they can provide safe and confident care to their loved ones. • Relay significant updates regarding patient conditions to the care team for timely and appropriate responses. • Maintain accurate clinical documentation while adhering to infection control and compliance standards. • Support quality improvement initiatives and scheduling efforts to guarantee compassionate and efficient care. • Assist patients and families in navigating discussions about medication administration, hospice philosophy, symptom management, and end-of-life expectations. Qualifications - What You Bring to the Team: • Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain). • 1+ years of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related fields. • A genuine compassion for hospice care: empathetic and patient-centered. • Experience providing care in various environments including private homes and facilities. • Strong communication and critical thinking abilities, particularly in emotionally challenging situations. • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation required. • CPR certification needed. Preferred Experience (Not Mandatory): • Experience as a Hospital RN (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac) • Admissions RN, wound care, float pool, travel nursing • Experience with terminally ill patients or serious illness support What We Offer: • Competitive Pay • 401(k) with Company Match • Opportunities for Career Advancement • National & Local Recognition Programs • Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Benefits for Full-Time Employees: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays • Wellness Programs (such as Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, and Joint & Spine Concierges) • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (for ASN to BSN, and BSN to MSN) • Access to Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) • Company-funded Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance • Optional Benefits (for pets, critical illness, accidents, LTC) Ready to Join Our Caring Team? Apply now to become a part of our Hospice Nursing team and help create meaningful moments for our patients and their families. Legal Considerations: • This role is classified as safety-sensitive. • Employees must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits. • State-specific requirements must apply where relevant. • We proudly offer equal employment opportunities. • We maintain a drug-free workplace. Location: Gentiva Hospice About Our Company: At Gentiva, we are honored to provide compassionate care wherever our patients consider home. We are a national leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and advanced illness management services, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated professionals across 38 states. Our mission is to stand alongside those who need us—whether aiding recovery from illness or injury, or guiding patients and families through the complex emotional and physical realities of serious or terminal diagnoses. With our corporate headquarters located in Atlanta, Georgia, we invite you to explore rewarding career opportunities in a collaborative environment that celebrates kindness and recognizes inspiring accomplishments.