Job Description

Gentiva is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Palliative for a nursing job in Jackson, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Palliative
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

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.

*This is a Monday-Friday 8am-5pm position* 

 

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.
• 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

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 advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

 

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

 

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

 

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

Gentiva Job ID #. Posted job title: Palliative Care RN - Palliative Care

About Gentiva

Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers that are passionate about caring for others. With more than 550 locations and thousands of compassionate clinicians across 38 states, our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Gentiva’s corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with providers delivering care across the U.S.

Benefits

• Continuing Education
• Medical benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Vision benefits
• Discount program
• Pet insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Dental benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Part time, Local area, Monday to Friday,

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