The Palliative Care Registered Nurse (RN) supports VITAS Healthcare's growing palliative care program within the assigned service area. The selected candidate will become an integral part of a comprehensive Palliative Care Team focused on providing individualized, coordinated care to patients and families residing in the community. Coordinates care for assigned patients and provides expert, individualized support to patients and families. Completes initial and on-going comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessment of the patient and family to identify needs and areas for intervention. Ensures appropriate referrals to specialists when indicated and support adherence to treatment plan. Assists patients in accessing appropriate services and resources in the community. Educates patient and family to enhance understanding of disease processes and plan of care. Provides emotional support and counseling to patients and their families. Evaluates the patient's physical and emotional recovery after treatment. Empowers patients to take control of their health care by encouraging appropriate goal-setting and discussions about advance care planning. Builds relationships with other clinicians involved in the patients' care. Partners with healthcare team to manage transitions of care. Facilitates proactive discharge planning or follow-up. Protects patient rights to privacy and safeguard confidentiality.
Skills for this role
Physical and psychosocial assessmentCare coordinationPatient educationAdvance care planningDischarge planningTransitions of care managementEmotional support and counselingFamily counselingDisease management educationCommunity resource coordinationPatient advocacyInterdisciplinary team collaboration
Certifications
BLS
Requirements
Current and Valid Registered Nurse License in the state position is based
Current state driver's license
Automobile insurance
Minimum 2 years' experience as Registered Nurse
1-2 years of nursing experience in a community-based setting, such as home health, rehabilitation, hospice, or palliative care, preferred
Knowledge of the interdisciplinary team concept
Experience in patient education, planning, and management desired
Exceptional communication and customer service skills
Reliable transportation, current state driver's license and automobile insurance
Bilingual a plus
Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
About the employer
VI
VITAS Healthcare
Hiring organization
VITAS Healthcare is a hospice care provider operating in Schertz, Texas, specializing in comfort-focused, palliative end-of-life care rather than curative treatment. Nurses in this organization provide care to hospice patients in a variety of settings, including private residences, assisted living…
What reviewers appreciate
+Mileage reimbursement at $0.70 per mile
+Interdisciplinary team collaboration with social workers, physicians, chaplains, and nurses
+Variety of care settings including private residences, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities
What reviewers flag
−Emotionally demanding work focused on end-of-life and bereavement care
−Significant driving required for daily home visits across multiple locations
−Relief Team Manager role involves covering during PTO/FMLA absences, which may create unpredictable scheduling demands
Clewiston sits on the southern shore of Lake Okeechobee, offering a small-town, rural lifestyle rooted in agriculture and sugar production. Known as 'America's Sweetest Town,' it provides a quiet pace for nurses seeking a close-knit community away from urban bustle.
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