Registered Nurse - Hospice Shenandoah House - Full-Time RN

Overview

At Augusta Health, your work matters — and so do you. Whether you're delivering direct patient care, supporting operations, or innovating behind the scenes, every role contributes to our mission of promoting wellness and healing through compassionate service. We offer more than just a job — we offer a purpose-driven career in a nationally recognized, independent health system located in Virginia’s scenic Shenandoah Valley.

Learn more about career opportunities on our Careers Page.

Our team members thrive in a supportive culture that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence. With opportunities across clinical and non-clinical areas, Augusta Health is a place where your skills make a difference, and your growth is a priority.

Why Join Augusta Health?

We believe in taking care of the people who care for our community. That’s why Augusta Health offers a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your well-being, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're launching your career or bringing in years of experience, we provide the tools, resources, and encouragement to help empower you to reach your full potential — personally, professionally, and financially.

Explore our Benefits, current Hiring Incentives, and our Taking Care of Us initiative — which embraces Belonging, Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Growth, and Equity (B.R.I.D.G.E.) — to see how we invest in our team members and culture.

Total Rewards & Benefits (may vary by position)

• Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
• Career development programs including clinical ladders, shared governance, and advancement opportunities
• Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support
• Tuition reimbursement and access to onsite childcare
• Free onsite parking, 24/7-armed security for your safety, a Health Fitness Reimbursement Program, and an onsite credit union and pharmacy
• Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials
• Employee discounts at the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and local entertainment venues (i.e., movie tickets)

Full details are available on our Benefits Page.

Job Summary

A registered professional nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care for assigned patients on a specific shift working at the Shenandoah House. Coordinates with the Hospice Care Manager on the nursing plan of care as well as carrying out provider orders and nursing standards of care using the nursing process. Collaboration with the hospice IDT, medical director, and providers to ensure quality care at end of life. Also directs and guides other members of the patient care team.

This position plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health’s mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and service excellence. This position contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered environment and helps drive outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.

Essential Job Duties

• Medications
  
  • Completes 5 Rights with 100% compliance. Knowledge of medications used.
  • Knowledge and use of high-risk medications.
  • Ability to perform calculations for mixtures/solutions.
  • Follows policy for bar code scanning with high level of compliance.
• Implement
  
  • Implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established standards, policies, and practice guidelines.
    
    • Observed to anticipate patient’s potential complications and need for appropriate preventive measures.
    • Demonstrates strong clinical skills in technical aspects of care, pain management, systems assessment, and patient satisfaction.
    • Demonstrates proficiency in starting IVs and phlebotomy and follows hospital