Travel Nurse RN - Hospice - $2,141 per week in Nashville, TN

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Nashville
Posted on: June 30, 2025

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Hospice RN in Nashville, Tennessee, 37209! Pay Information $2,141 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Hospice Care Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Monday - Friday Hours per Shift: 8 hours Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Registered Nurse in acute care hospital, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health. License: Current license to practice nursing in the state of employment. Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), current automobile insurance, and valid driver's license. Must-Have: Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice care; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patients and families. Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient's family. The RN will manage an interdisciplinary group consisting of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and support staff to enhance the quality of hospice care. The RN will case manage all assigned patient clinical records and assure the highest quality of care is provided and documented in accordance with the Plan of Care. The RN will perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients. The RN will help develop and implement the Hospice Plan of Care as prescribed by the physician in conjunction with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group. The RN will work closely with other team members to provide physical, psychosocial, educational, emotional, and spiritual services to achieve the highest quality of care. The RN will report any changes in the patient's condition to both the Attending Physician and Hospice Physician. The RN will maintain accurate and updated medical records, including all notes, Plans of Care, assessments, and any other relevant information. The RN will practice infection control measures and standard precautions. The RN will monitor the scheduling of all staff and participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Programs. The RN may be requested to participate in the agency on-call schedule. The RN will consistently promote the organization's core values and complete required Compliance annual training. The RN will perform other assigned activities and attend staff meetings. The RN will maintain a high level of knowledge pertaining to managing pain and symptoms in the dying process. The RN will make routine supervisory visits and follow up on assigned patient clinical records to assure quality services are provided. The RN will maintain close contact with the patient's family to provide information, support, and continuity of care. The RN will act as the primary liaison between the physician, patient/family, and hospice team to ensure awareness of all clinical issues, staffing, and scheduling concerns. The RN will be responsible for educating the patient, family, or caregivers regarding needs identified on the Plan of Care. The RN will prepare written instructions for patient care and make supervisory visits to assess the competence of the Aide in providing care. The RN will determine whether care goals are being met and document findings accordingly. 27834502EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts. Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services. Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career advancement opportunities.

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