Hospice RN
Missoula, MT
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Hospice RN (Day Shift) - Montana

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Location: Missoula, Montana
• Shift: Day Shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Hours: 36 hours per week (.9 FTE)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Work Setting: Primarily inpatient hospice unit with potential in-home hospice visits as needed

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care focused on comfort and symptom management for terminally ill patients
• Administer medications and interventions as ordered by physicians
• Continuously assess patient needs to ensure a dignified, comfortable end-of-life experience
• Supervise and delegate nursing support tasks to CNAs, ensuring safety, compassion, and adherence to care plans
• Monitor CNA documentation for accuracy and provide mentorship and feedback
• Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds and contribute to care planning and family education
• Provide emotional support and guidance to families and caregivers during end-of-life care
• Accurately document nursing assessments, interventions, and communications in compliance with regulatory standards
• Follow infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, families, and staff

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license valid in Montana or Compact RN license
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in hospice, palliative care, critical care, or medical-surgical nursing
• Experience working in a unionized healthcare environment
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Additional Information

• No prior travel experience required