What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Registered Nurse position at ABA Hospice Care MO 1 LLC?
Trinity Hospice is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse to join our growing hospice team in Joplin. Apply today to join an amazing team with a great culture!
A Day in the Life:
- Start your day visiting patients in their homes, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life
- Assess patient needs, manage symptoms, and adjust plans of care as conditions change
- Coordinate closely with physicians, hospice aides, LPNs, social workers, and chaplains
- Support and educate families, helping them feel confident and cared for
- Document care clearly and efficiently in our EMR, Consolo.
- Advocate for your patients while maintaining autonomy in how you structure your day
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Serve as the primary nurse coordinating care for your assigned patients
- Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care
- Determine visit frequency based on patient acuity and family needs
- Provide guidance to Hospice Aides and LPNs to ensure excellent care
- Communicate changes in condition to physicians and the care team
- Participate in on-call rotation
Background You’ll Need:
- Active RN license in the state you’ll practice
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
- Strong clinical judgment, compassion, and communication skills
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and CPR certification
What We Offer You:
- Competitive salary generous mileage reimbursement
- 3 weeks of PTO 7 paid holidays 2 roving holidays
- Comprehensive Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Simple IRA with generous company match
- Education allowance to keep growing your skills
- Manageable caseloads and strong interdisciplinary support
- A leadership team that listens and respects you
Why Trinity Hospice?
We believe great hospice care starts with taking care of our nurses. You’ll have the flexibility, support, and respect you deserve—while doing work that truly matters.