Hospice Support RN-Field
Company: Partners In Care
Location: Bend
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Why Work for Us? Partners In
Care (PIC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and
the largest, oldest provider of home health, palliative care, and
hospice services in Central Oregon. Serving Deschutes, Crook, and
Jefferson counties, our dedicated team of over 200 employees and
200 volunteers delivers compassionate, patient-centered care across
a 10,000-square-mile area. Additionally, Hospice House in Bend,
Oregon, is a specialty hospital for inpatient hospice care,
creating an oasis of tranquility and comfort for patients and their
families. We prioritize excellence, empathy, and collaboration,
fostering a culture of kindness, respect, and learning while
valuing diversity and the well-being of our employees, volunteers,
patients, and families. Compensation: $42.00-60.53 per hour, based
on experience. Status: Full Time (hourly, non-exempt) 40 hours per
week. Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Work outside of
these hours/days may be required. Location: This role involves
local/regional travel throughout Central Oregon via personal
vehicle during the workday, including visits to patients' homes and
facilities. Benefits: We offer two medical, dental, and vision
plans. Insurance starts on the 1st of the month following the hire
date! Generous Paid time off. $25,000 life insurance policy. Short
and long-term disability. 403b retirement savings with employer
match, no vesting required! Employee Assistance Program Voluntary
benefits: Legal Shield, AFLAC & MASA Transportation.
Summary/Objective: The Support Registered Nurse plans, coordinates,
implements, and evaluates hospice services and will cross-train in
Home health. The Support RN is experienced in nursing, with an
emphasis on community health education. The professional nurse
draws on the resources of the organization & community to provide
services that meet the needs of individuals and families in their
homes. The Support Registered Nurse is responsible for
cost-efficient and effective patient care with quality outcomes.
Complete an initial comprehensive (if HH includes OASIS) and
accurate assessment of patient and family to determine home health
needs. Provide a complete physical assessment and history of
previous illness (es) and uses the health assessment data to
determine appropriate diagnosis and need for other disciplines and
resources. Develop an individualized care plan, which establishes
goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic,
preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Include the patient
and the family in the planning process. Provide nursing procedures
and treatments and/or end of life comfort procedure per plan of
care. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the
physician. Complete and update the ongoing assessments, and care
plan as patients status changes. Ensure that arrangements for
equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
Provide health care instructions and education to the patient and
or family as appropriate per assessment plan and patients
caregivers ability to learn. Adapt teaching styles to meet patients
needs and familys needs. Coordinate patient care with patients case
manager. Provide verbal or email updates as necessary. Develop,
monitor, and update the HCA plan of care as necessary including
completion of HCA supervisory visits no later than every 14 days.
Communicates with the physician regarding the patients needs,
reports, and changes in the patients condition; obtains/receives
physicians orders as required. Communicate with all members of the
healthcare team to promote coordinated, efficient care and document
coordination of care with all involved with patient care. Initial
assessments are complete, accurate, and submitted within 48-72
hours of admit. Additionally, ongoing clinical documentation is
complete, accurate, documented, and submitted within 24 hours of
the patient visit. Complete required reports/documentation prior to
paid time off. Communicate with facility staff, providing written
updates and orders as requested. Home Health comprehensive/OASIS
assessments are completed within five calendar days. Participate in
on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. When working
after-hours (outside M-F 8am-5pm) follow the guidelines for making
visits as listed in the on-call/weekend services policy and
procedures. Local/regional travel by personal vehicle during the
working day, extending throughout Central Oregon. Work Environment:
May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. Contact with
patients under wide variety of circumstances. May be exposed
to/occasionally exposed to patient elements. Subject to varying and
unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations.
OSHA exposure category 1: Position includes tasks that involve
exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues. Required Personal
Protective Equipment as conditions warrant: Gloves, gown, mask,
mask with shield, goggles, shoe covers, bouffant cap. Required
Skills & Qualifications: Unencumbered Oregon RN License. Ability to
pass a background test, including a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR),
drug screen, and TB test. Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
One to two years of recent medical care experience in an
institutional setting is preferred. Ideal candidates will possess
1-2 years of home health or hospice experience. Current automobile
insurance is required. A valid Oregon drivers license and reliable
transportation. Valid CPR Certification. Strong communication and
interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and
collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Compassion,
empathy, and dedication to patient care.
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