GIP Hospice Registered Nurse – Per Diem | Inpatient Hospice, Weekends, Atlantic Health Visiting Nurse Overlook & Morristown Medical Center

Location: Morristown, NJ, United States

At Atlantic Visiting Nurse (AVN), we believe hospice care is about more than providing medical treatment—its about delivering comfort, dignity, compassion, and support during lifes most meaningful moments.

As part of Atlantic Health System, Atlantic Visiting Nurse is proud to be:

?? Ranked the #1 Home Health Agency in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report

⭐ Rated 4.5 Stars by Medicare Care Compare

❤️ Recognized for Team Member Engagement with Press Ganey Employee Engagement scores above the national average

Were seeking a compassionate Per Diem Hospice Registered Nurse to join our exceptional hospice team. In this role, youll provide expert nursing care to adult and geriatric hospice patients at Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center, ensuring patients and families receive compassionate, individualized care during every stage of their hospice journey.

If youre passionate about hospice nursing and are looking for flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to truly make a difference, wed love to hear from you.

Compensation

• Starting pay: $43.00/hour (higher rates based on experience)
• Mileage reimbursement: $0.725 per mile
• Per Diem schedule with weekday, weekend, and on-call opportunities as needed by the department

Principal Responsibilities: 

Clinical Assessment & Hospice Care 

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments to evaluate patient needs and hospice appropriateness.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient and family care plans.
• Monitor disease progression and modify interventions based on patient condition.
• Deliver evidence-based pain and symptom management.

Case Mangement 

• Manage an assigned hospice caseload while providing individualized, patient-centered care.
• Coordinate care with physicians, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings and communicate patient progress.
• Perform Home Health Aide supervisory visits in accordance with agency standards.

Patient & Family Education 

• Educate patients and caregivers regarding:
  • Hospice philosophy
  • Disease progression
  • Medication management
  • Pain and symptom control
  • End-of-life care expectations
• Adapt education to meet each patients learning needs.

Documentation & Compliance 

• Complete timely and accurate documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Maintain compliance with Medicare Hospice regulations and agency standards.
• Complete admission, revisit, discharge, and case management documentation.

Medication & Safety Management 

• Perform medication reconciliation.
• Monitor medication effectiveness and maintain current medication orders.
• Promote infection prevention and patient safety.
• Demonstrate strong pharmacology knowledge and safe medication practices.

Quality Improvement 

• Participate in Performance Improvement and Utilization Review initiatives.
• Mentor and orient new team members.
• Cross-train to support departmental needs.
• Attend staff meetings and continuing education opportunities.

Why Atlantic Visiting Nurse? 

Joining Atlantic Visiting Nurse means becoming part of one of New Jerseys most respected home health and hospice organizations. Our nurses enjoy practicing autonomously while receiving the support of an experienced interdisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Whether youre supporting patients in the hospital or helping families navigate one of lifes most difficult transitions, youll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact every day.

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