Job Description
The Partners In Hope Foundation, in collaboration with Partners In Home Care, is hiring a Hospice RN to join our team at the Hope Hospice Center . This position provides skilled, compassionate nursing care in an inpatient hospice setting, focusing on ensuring comfort, dignity, and quality of life for terminally ill patients. In this role, the RN supervises and directs non-unionized Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to create and implement individualized care plans, and supports patients and families through the end-of-life journey. What We Offer: We have a large variety of benefits and unique programs to help support our staff to maintain a happy, healthy work-life balance. Generous Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Supplemental Insurance, FSA, & HSA Account Options 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match Company Paid Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Annual Training Budget for Personal Development Employee Assistance Program, Legal and ID Protection, Pet Insurance, Financial Wellness Program, and many more! Location: Hope Hospice Center Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Nights: Rotating | (.9 FTE) Essential Responsibilities: Patient Care & Symptom Management Deliver comprehensive nursing care to terminally ill patients, with a focus on comfort and symptom management. Administer medications and interventions per physician orders. Continuously assess patient needs and ensure a dignified, comfortable end-of-life experience. Supervision & Delegation to CNAs Provide guidance and oversight to non-unionized CNAs to ensure quality personal care and adherence to patient care plans. Delegate appropriate nursing support tasks (ADLs, hygiene, mobility) while ensuring safety and compassion. Monitor CNA documentation for accuracy and completeness. Offer real-time feedback and mentorship in a respectful, team-oriented environment. Interdisciplinary Collaboration Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) rounds. Contribute to care planning, symptom management strategies, and family education. Coordinate with other healthcare professionals for holistic patient care. Family & Caregiver Support Provide emotional support, guidance, and education to families and caregivers. Help them navigate the physical and emotional challenges of end-of-life care. Documentation & Compliance Accurately document nursing assessments, interventions, and communications. Ensure all care aligns with regulatory and quality standards. Infection Control & Safety Follow infection control procedures and maintain a safe environment for patients, families, and staff. Qualifications: Required Current RN license (Compact or Montana) Minimum 1 year of recent experience in hospice, palliative care, critical care, or med-surg Experience working in a unionized healthcare environment (for RNs) Strong clinical judgment and communication skills Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Preferred Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) Prior inpatient hospice experience Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR); experience with Home Care Home Base is a plus Core Competencies: Compassionate, patient-centered approach Effective delegation and supervision of CNAs Understanding of union contract provisions for RNs Clear communication and conflict resolution Team collaboration and adaptability Cultural and spiritual sensitivity Join a mission-driven organization that values flexibility, autonomy, and collaboration while serving patients across our local Western Montana communities. Partners In Home Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.