Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) | Compassionate Care Where It Matters Most

Are you a registered nurse who is passionate about providing comfort-focused care and supporting patients and families through every stage of the hospice journey? Join Ohio's Hospice and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional end-of-life care with dignity, respect, and compassion.

As a Hospice Team Nurse Registered Nurse, you'll manage and coordinate patient care in homes, assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and other care settings throughout our service area. You'll work closely with physicians, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care that prioritize comfort and quality of life.

This is a field-based position supporting patients served by our Lancaster and Newark locations

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Shared weekend on-call rotation (approximately one weekend every six weeks)
• Holiday rotation required
• Daily travel throughout the Lancaster and Newark service areas

What You'll Do

• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
• Manage pain and symptoms using evidence-based hospice practices.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about disease progression, medications, and available hospice services.
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure seamless patient support.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic clinical documentation.
• Advocate for patients while promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients and families during one of life's most important transitions.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with no disciplinary action.
• Current CPR certification.
• Hospice, home health, or palliative care experience preferred.
• CHPN (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification is a plus. Ohio's Hospice encourages professional development and provides certification opportunities for eligible team members.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Experience documenting in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Valid Ohio driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and 10-panel drug screening.

Why Choose Ohio's Hospice?

At Ohio's Hospice, we recognize that caring for others starts with caring for our team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being.

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Company-issued technology to support field documentation
• Continuing education and career advancement opportunities
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture where every team member is valued
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients and families every day

Our Mission

At Ohio's Hospice, our mission is to celebrate the lives of those we have the privilege of serving by providing superior care and superior services to every patient and family.

If you're looking for more than just your next nursing job—and want a career where compassion, excellence, and purpose come together—we encourage you to apply.

Ohio's Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for every employee and applicant.We are committed to maintaining a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for every employee and applicant.