Job Description

Location: Wooster, Ohio
Schedule: Full Time | 10:00 AM–10:00 PM | Every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation required

Compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with expertise in hospice admissions, patient assessments, and care coordination across hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home settings. Skilled in evaluating patients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs; educating patients and families about hospice services; developing individualized plans of care; and collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless transitions and high-quality end-of-life care. Strong communicator dedicated to patient-centered care, quality improvement, and collaborative teamwork.

• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments addressing physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs in hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home settings.
• Educate patients and families regarding hospice services, eligibility, and available resources while supporting informed decision-making and a smooth admissions process.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and initiate individualized plans of care that reflect each patient’s goals, preferences, and clinical needs.
• Communicate clinical findings and patient status to hospice physicians to support eligibility determination and certification.
• Provide ongoing patient assessments, symptom management, and care coordination for patients in contracted facilities while facilitating transitions between care settings when needed.
• Partner with physicians, hospital personnel, facility staff, and other care teams to promote continuity of care and timely discharge planning consistent with hospice principles.
• Assist across departments and support organizational operations and patient care initiatives as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement activities designed to enhance patient outcomes, patient and family experiences, and service excellence.
• Mentor and orient newly hired staff, promoting teamwork, professional development, and positive working relationships.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio with no board actions.
• Two years of acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (CHPN) preferred. CHPN certification preparation and support will be made available to Ohio’s Hospice employees who wish to pursue certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Computer skills sufficient to accurately document services and patient care.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving history.
• Ability to travel as needed in varying weather and road conditions.
• Current automobile insurance meeting state minimum requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete a background investigation and 10-panel drug screening.

Benefits

Eligible team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• Certification preparation resources and certification incentive opportunities
• Initial uniform/scrub allowance
• Mileage reimbursement when applicable
• Structured onboarding and mentorship support
• Career advancement opportunities within the organization

Why Join Ohio’s Hospice?

Ohio’s Hospice offers opportunity, advancement, and a strong foundation for professional growth to individuals who are passionate about serving our mission. Our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and service so that patients and their families can celebrate life.

We provide our staff with the resources, support, and opportunities they need to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day. Join a team of people who are deeply passionate about caring for our patients and supporting one another.

As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to positively impact countless lives. You may discover a deeper meaning in your work or rediscover why you chose nursing in the first place. The passion and purpose you’ve been looking for can be found at Ohio’s Hospice.

Ohio’s Hospice complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Ohio’s Hospice is proud to be Platinum Certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Ohio’s Hospice welcomes members of the LGBT community to join our team.