Hospice RN Jobs Overview
Looking for your next career move as a hospice RN? You can find full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, or per diem hospice RN jobs right here. There are many opportunities available where you can offer compassionate end-of-life care to patients and their families, whether you're looking to work in freestanding hospice centers, in-home care, or hospitals. You may also want to search for opportunities in related specialties, such as home health RN jobs and wound care RN jobs.
Hospice RN Education and Skills
In order to qualify for RN jobs in hospice, you need to obtain either an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor’s of science in nursing (BSN). An ADN will take around two years; a BSN around four years. While ADN is the quicker route, a BSN is a more comprehensive nursing education and employers may prefer to hire candidates who have this degree.
After completing your nursing degree, you need to pass the NCLEX-RN exam before you’re legally allowed to practice. Obtaining certifications such as Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) or Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN) can increase not only your clinical skills but also your competitiveness on the job market.
Hospice RN Resume and Cover Letter
Want an advantage as you begin looking for RN hospice jobs? Rather than create a single resume for all the jobs to which you plan on applying, take a minute to customize your hospice RN resume so that it includes the skills and requirements featured in the job posting. Then elaborate on them in your cover letter.
For example, if an employer’s posting stresses the importance of patience and compassionate communication, include those traits on your resume. Then use your cover letter to tell a story about a time you used those skills on the job and how it impacted the quality of care you delivered.
Interviewing for a Hospice RN Job
An interview is your opportunity to show employers why you’re the best registered nurse for the job. To help you prepare, take a look at the employer’s website and carefully review their values and mission statement. Make sure your answers reflect how those values align with your own. For a hospice position, share details about your experiences caring for patients with dementia, heart disease, cancer, or any other critical condition. Ask questions to get a better understanding about the employer’s management style, their expectations of you as a hospice RN, and anything else that’s on your mind.
Still a bit nervous? We’ve prepared some common hospice nurse interview questions so you can practice your responses and feel more confident.
Salary for a Hospice RN
The salary for a hospice RN is around $86,250 per year on average. Your level of education, years of experience, location, and facility can impact what you earn. Some of the top-paying states for RNs include:
To get a better idea of how much you might make in your area, check out some of the current jobs on IntelyCare.
Explore Hospice RN Opportunities on IntelyCare
Take a look at the open hospice RN jobs to find one that works for you. Want more options? Review all the latest RN jobs available now in your area.