Hospice Nurse - RN Visit Nurse
- RN license
- Driver's license
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Hospice nurses employed in Iowa earn a median of $37.80 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) seeking to make a profound impact in the lives of patients during their final stages? Join Care Initiatives Hospice as an RN, where you'll provide comprehensive care that truly matters. Our RN's go above and beyond by meeting patients and families where they feel most comfortable, whether it's at home, a long-term care community, assisted living residence, or hospital. This personalized approach ensures tailored care that meets their unique needs.
At Care Initiatives Hospice, we embrace a holistic approach, addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those facing life-limiting illnesses. Working closely with family members and caregivers, we foster a collaborative environment to honor the needs and wishes of our patients and their loved ones. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to provide care with the utmost compassion, dignity, and respect during this significant phase of life. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
What will you do as a Hospice RN? Here are just a few of the responsibilities:
Use clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, and procedural skills to deliver high quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence.
Develop and oversee plan of care under the direction of the physician and ensure appropriate interdisciplinary involvement to ensure the best outcome for each patient.
Perform initial and comprehensive assessments on all patients in accordance with policies and procedures.
Continuous visits and interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.
Deliver quality care and completes clear, concise, and accurate clinical documentation.
Provide patient, caregiver and family counseling and education as indicated in the plan of care.
Develop and continually update plan of care that identifies the care and services required to meet patient-specific needs.
What it takes to be an RN with Care Initiatives Hospice:
Active Iowa RN license.
Active CPR certification.
Hospice or palliative care experience.
Two (2) years of verifiable experience working as a nurse (RN/LPN), preferred.
Current driver's license, automobile liability insurance, and the ability to travel between multiple locations within your region.
Home access to the internet.
Ability to obtain Hospice and Palliative Registered Nurse Certification (CHPN) within 24 months of employment.
Why Join Care Initiatives?
Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), PTO, and more.
Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn - no more waiting for payday!
Apply now and embark on a rewarding career journey with Care Initiatives Hospice!
From Care Initiatives's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Care Initiatives operates 43 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Iowa. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and caregivers. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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