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 :

Preferred Experience :

We Offer

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

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Legalese

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 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.

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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.