Hospice Palliative Care RN
East Stroudsburg, PA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$45-49/hourOverview
- Start Date12/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospice
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse / Home Health Hospice
Location: East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania Coverage Area: Monroe and parts of Pike County Contract Length: 13 weeks Employment Type: Travel/Contract Shift: Day shift, 8 hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), 5 days, 40 hours per week Weekends: None
Role Overview
- Home-based position with approximately 5 visits per day
- Average daily census of approximately 45 patients
- Patients are adults and geriatrics with terminal diagnoses and a life expectancy of 6 months or less
- Routine visits, start-of-care visits, transfers, and assessments for significant changes in condition
- Coordination of services and completion of clinical assessment documentation
- Floating: Not specified beyond the coverage area above
- Time off: One pre-approved time-off request permitted per contract
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Pennsylvania
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- 1 year of hospice experience, with hospice experience within the last year
- Hospice case management and admission assessment experience
- Drain management experience
- Feeding tube, G-tube, and NG tube management experience
- Ostomy management experience
- Urinary catheter management experience
- Peripheral line care experience
- Central line care experience
- Phlebotomy experience
- Respiratory experience including chest tube/PleurX management
- Respiratory experience including tracheostomy care
Additional Information
- Local candidates accepted
- First-time travelers accepted
Employer
Host Healthcare
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About East Stroudsburg, PA
As a travel nurse in East Stroudsburg, PA here's what you should know:- East Stroudsburg's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 80-85°F, while winter lows can dip to 15-20°F.
- Be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals are fairly easy to find in East Stroudsburg, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- The area is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around.
- East Stroudsburg has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- The city offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
- You can also enjoy art and music events, as well as outdoor activities such as hiking in the nearby Pocono Mountains.
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