Travel Registered Nurse - Hospice - $2,567 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Home Health Hospice Palliative Care RN for a travel nursing job in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.

• Specialty: Hospice Palliative Care RN
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 37 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x7.5hrs
• Hours: 37.5 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Hospice & Palliative Care Home Health position in New Jersey, requiring a minimum of 2 years of home hospice nursing experience and a valid NJ driver's license.

• Home health / hospice setting with a focus on palliative and end-of-life care
• Day shift schedule, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5 days per week at 7.5 hours per day (37.5 hours/week)
• One weekend per month required
• Floating to different counties as needed
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• 13-week contract

• Active NJ RN license (or compact license with NJ privilege) required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a home hospice environment required
• Valid New Jersey driver's license required
• ASN or RN Diploma with active NJ RN license required
• Proficiency with EMR systems required; Epic experience strongly preferred
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills required
• Two professional references required for consideration

• Conducts comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriateness for hospice care and develops individualized care plans for patients and families
• Manages a caseload as the primary case manager, including coordinating interdisciplinary team (IDT) communication and attending IDT meetings every two weeks
• Performs laptop data transfers twice daily and completes admission and re-visit documentation within required timeframes
• Responsible for medication reconciliation, pharmacology knowledge, and safe medication management
• Conducts home health aide (HHA) supervisions per established standards
• Participates in performance improvement activities, utilization review meetings, and provides mentorship and orientation support to new staff
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• Travelers may float to a nearby sister facility as needed

American Traveler Job ID #P-708437. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 37 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Hospice/Palliative Care

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.