Palliative Care RN - Advanced Illness Management

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Advanced Illness Management (AIM) Palliative Care Team. This is a field-based position that provides in-person and telephonic care coordination, education, and assessments to patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses.

 

 

The AIM Palliative RN will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including Nurse Practitioners, Social Workers, and Primary Care Providers. This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care and supports comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients in private homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-home and telephonic nursing assessments and screenings for palliative care patients
• Complete risk stratification assessments and determine frequency of visits based on patient needs
• Deliver patient and family education on disease progression, medications, nutrition, and end-of-life care
• Collaborate with NPs and PCPs to identify changes in patient condition and escalate care appropriately
• Coordinate care transitions and facilitate hospice referrals when needed
• Accurately document clinical findings, assessments, care plans, and education in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Support the development and regular updates of individualized Palliative Care Plans
• Communicate lab results, order DME, and manage prescriptions in accordance with state RN scope of practice
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage for evenings and weekends
• Foster strong communication and collaboration across the care team, including social work and case management
• Ensure adherence to all HIPAA, compliance, ethical, and professional standards

About You

Required Qualifications:

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license with no board actions
• Minimum 2 years of clinical RN experience, preferably in skilled nursing, home health, palliative care, hospice, geriatrics, or oncology
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality care in high-empathy environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and electronic medical records
• Exceptional communication, time management, and critical thinking skills
• Keen observation skills with the ability to identify changes in condition and escalate appropriately
• Comfortable working independently in the field and within interdisciplinary care models
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (field-based role)

 

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience in palliative care, hospice, or oncology nursing
• Familiarity with risk stratification, symptom management, and home-based care planning
• Experience working in or with assisted living and skilled nursing facilities

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

 

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity.  Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

 

Salary Range – $66,890-$78,645

Location

Illumia

Our Company

 

 

At Illumia, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and a