Hospice Support Registered Nurse RN

Position: Hospice Support Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Richland WA

Type: Full Time Non-Exempt

Anticipated Schedule: Mon Fri 8:00 am 4:30 pm one backup on call shift per month minimum 2 holidays per year.

MISSION VISION VALUES

MISSION: Guiding our community members to live their best lives even and especially through the end of life.

VISION: Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is the recognized source for expert guidance during a crisis at and through lifes end and following a loss.

VALUES: Accessibility Integrity Achievement Supportive Environment

Position Overview:

The Hospice Support Registered Nurse (RN) is a vital member of Tri-Cities Chaplaincys hospice and palliative care team. This role manages the intake and admission process for new patients conducts comprehensive assessments and develops timely individualized care plans. The RN provides both in-person and telephonic triage to evaluate patient needs determine appropriate levels of care and ensure effective coordination with families healthcare providers and community partners.

In addition to triage admissions and intake responsibilities this role delivers skilled in-home hospice nursing care including symptom and pain management patient and caregiver education and emotional support for individuals facing end-of-life challenges. The Hospice Support RN collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient-centered care in homes and facilities. This position also supports relationship-building with referral sources and participates in community outreach to enhance awareness and accessibility of hospice and palliative care services. This multifaceted role requires strong clinical judgment adaptability and compassionate communication to support patients and families throughout their end-of-life journey.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Associate Degree in Nursing.

2. Unrestricted Registered Nurse Licensure in Washington State

3. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license as driving is an essential function of this role. Must meet insurance eligibility requirements.

4. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to independently drive within Tri-Cities Chaplaincys service areas to provide in-home patient and family services and support in clients homes facilities and community locations

5. Moderate computer skills.

6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

7. Available to work on-call a minimum of two-holiday shifts per year.

8. This position is designated as safety-sensitive and will require passing pre-employment drug testing which includes cannabis testing in WA State.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelors Degree in Nursing.

2. Bilingual in Spanish with the ability to speak read write and communicate effectively in both languages.

Join Our Team:

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy were committed to providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families during lifes most challenging times. We invite you to be part of our mission and contribute to meaningful work that touches the heart of our community.

Why Join Us

Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients and families lives.

Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and caring atmosphere.

Professional Growth: Access opportunities for learning and career development.

Bring your passion for care to Tri-Cities Chaplaincy where every moment matters. Apply today and start a career thats as rewarding as it is impactful.

Compensation

Hiring Range: $37.67/hour - $57.22/hour

Note regarding the listed pay range:

Hiring Range: The starting pay range offered to new hires depending on experience and qualifications.

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy we carefully establish pay ranges for our positions by taking various factors into account including education certifications knowledge skills experience and market conditions. These ranges are tailored to match the diverse programs and services we offer. Our goal is to ensure fair compensation for candidates based on these factors while maintaining internal peer equity.

Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile for eligible positions.

Vacation: Accrual of hours each pay period based on hours worked.

Wellness Days: After the 90-day introductory period eligible employees can convert up to two sick days into wellness days.

Annual Yay Day: Full-time employees receive 1 paid day off every January to volunteer in the community.

Bereavement Leave: 3 days of bereavement leave after the introductory period for the loss of an immediate family member household pet or service animal.

Sick Time: Earned on an accrual basis.

Paid Holidays: Ten recognized holidays with no waiting period for new hires.

Health Benefits: Opt-in for Low Deductible Health Benefits Vision and Dental starting the first month following your start date.

Health Benefit Options: Medical Dental Vision Supplemental Life Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Life Flight.

Voluntary Supplemental Benefits: Pet Insurance Globe Life and Life Flight.

Agency-covered benefits: Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment at 1x Annual Salary Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability.

401k: You can start contributing right away and up to 5% employer matching after 1 year of employment for eligible employees.

Premium Pay: Bilingual in Spanish: Verified through ALTA staff testing and Approved Certifications: Premium pay upon review and approval.

Tuition Assistance: After 1-year of employment eligible employees can receive up to $5250 annually in higher education assistance.

Continuing Education Units: Tri-Cities chaplaincy utilizes Relias Learning and CAPC for employees to earn continuing education units for their credential requirements.

Certification and Training Opportunities: Employees can partner with their department director on professional goals that benefit the agency and themselves for certification and training opportunities.

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Mission Vision and Values: Demonstrate support and adherence to the agencys Mission Vision and Values.

2. Community Outreach: Participate in education and outreach activities to promote agency programs including hospice care advanced planning and bereavement services.

3. Policy Compliance: Maintain knowledge of and comply with agency policies procedures and practices.

4. Confidentiality: Protect patient and agency information per HIPAA guidelines. Only access information on a need-to-know basis.

5. Transportation: Maintain reliable personal transportation. Maintain a valid drivers license and vehicle insurance per state requirements.

6. Health Requirements: Satisfy state and agency health requirements by providing proof of immunization declinations or approved accommodations as applicable.

7. Screenings: Pass criminal background and drug screenings.

8. Physical Demands: Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.(see attached physical requirements)

9. Training and Orientation: Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs.

10. Continuing Education: Complete ongoing education policy reviews and training be designated deadlines.

11. Licensure and Certification: Maintain current licensure(s) and certifications(s) required for the role.

12. Language Proficiency: Read write speak and understand English fluently.

13. Work Availability: Be available to work as assigned or scheduled.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Please contact human resources at for questions regarding the physical and environmental conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin citizenship or immigration status ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth pregnancy-related conditions and lactation) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.