Hospice RN
South Portland, ME
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Hospice RN with at least 1 year of hospice experience for a home care position requiring a valid driver's license and personal vehicle.

Details

• Home care and hospice setting serving a territory with an average census of 85-90 patients
• Case managers average 15-20 patients
• Care for patients with oncology diagnoses, dementia/Alzheimer's, end stage CHF/COPD, and end stage neurological conditions (ALS, MS, Parkinson's)
• Uses Netsmart EMR
• IV pumps provided through vendor
• Schedule is 5 (8) hour days, Monday through Friday, business hours 8 AM to 5 PM
• Weekend rotation typically once or twice a month depending on staffing needs
• Overnight on-call rotation from 5 PM to 8 AM, typically once or twice a month
• May float to support other agency locations if South Portland territory census is low

Requirements

• Active RN license for the State of Maine (ME or compact license required)
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum 1 year of hospice experience required
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required for traveling between patient homes

Additional Information

• Provide hospice nursing care to patients with complex diagnoses in their homes
• Supported by scheduling, clinical manager, and lead support team
• Orientation lasts 1-2 weeks
• Holiday coverage required if assignment aligns with major holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
• RTO requires manager approval
• Business casual attire or scrubs accepted, no specific color requirement
• Onsite parking available at the office for meetings and supply pickup
• First-time travelers considered only if they have hospice experience