Hospice RN; Registered Nurse

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Care

• Completes initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of hospice patients.
• Develops, implements, and updates individualized plans of care in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
• Administers medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered.
• Provides pain and symptom management consistent with hospice standards.
• Monitors patient condition and reports changes to the physician and IDG.
• Provides education and support to patients and caregivers regarding disease progression and end-of-life care.
• Supervises and directs hospice aides in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Participates in IDG meetings
• Collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, chaplains, and other team members.
• Coordinates care across settings, including home, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, and inpatient units.
• Assists with transitions in care when appropriate.

• Ensures documentation is timely, accurate, and supports hospice eligibility and terminal prognosis.
• Completes visit notes, care plan updates, and assessments in accordance with agency policy and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures physician orders are obtained and implemented.
• Completes hospice aide supervisory visits within required time frames.
• Adheres to infection control, safety, and emergency preparedness policies.
• Reports incidents, complaints, and adverse events per agency protocol.

• Participates in on-call rotation as assigned.
• Responds to urgent patient needs after hours, weekends, and holidays as assigned
• Provides crisis intervention and symptom management as needed.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience required.
• Hospice, home health, oncology, geriatrics, or palliative care experience strongly preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if field-based).
• Knowledge of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care principles.
• Understanding of Medicare hospice eligibility criteria preferred.
  
  Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in patient homes and facility settings.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and compassionate care delivery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist patients with mobility as needed.
• Ability to travel to patient care locations.

At Harmony Hospice, we are committed to creating a supportive, compassionate, and rewarding environment for our team. When you join us, you become part of a dedicated group of professionals who value high-quality patient care, teamwork, and work‑life balance. We invest in our employees so they can invest in the patients and families we serve. We currently offer:

• Competitive Compensation
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  We offer strong salary packages, generous on-call rates, and transparent per-visit rates that reflect the value of your clinical expertise.
• Flexible Scheduling
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  We understand the importance of balance. Our flexible scheduling allows you to manage your professional and personal commitments with ease.
• Comprehensive Benefits
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  Full benefit options including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus cancer insurance and life insurance coverage for added peace of mind.
• Supportive Work Environment
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  Our leadership is hands‑on, approachable, and dedicated to providing the tools and resources you need to thrive.
• Meaningful, Mission‑Driven Work
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  As part of our interdisciplinary team, you’ll make a profound impact on patients and families during one of the most important moments of their lives.
• Growth & Stability
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  Be part of a growing, community‑focused hospice that values your professional development and long‑term success.

Join a team that values your compassion, your skills, and your commitment to exceptional care!