Hospice RN
Missoula, MT
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Hospice RN (Days/Nights) - Montana, Missoula

Employment Details

• Type: Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Must be willing to work both day and night shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), with possible weekends
• Hours: 36 hours per week (0.9 FTE guaranteed)
• Work Setting: Primarily inpatient unit with potential support for 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 completeness; provide mentorship and feedback
• Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds and contribute to care planning, symptom management, and family education
• Provide emotional support and education to families and caregivers navigating end-of-life challenges
• 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
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills