Travel Registered Nurse - Hospice

Position Overview

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Hospice RN for a 13‑week travel assignment. Location: Facility in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. As a Hospice RN, you will provide compassionate end‑of‑life care—focusing on comfort, pain management, and emotional support—to patients in their homes or hospice settings. In this role, you will assess patient needs, coordinate individualized care plans, and educate families to ensure that patients experience dignity and peace in their final stages. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while upholding hospice philosophy as well as regulatory standards.

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and robust support from our dedicated clinical and travel experience teams. Join our mission to make a positive impact and take care of others while we take care of you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop individualized hospice care plans in collaboration with physicians and care teams.
• Administer pain management interventions, medications, and treatments to ensure patient comfort.
• Educate and support families and caregivers regarding symptom management and end‑of‑life care.
• Monitor changes in patient condition, adjusting interventions as needed to maintain quality of life.
• Coordinate care with hospice physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other team members to provide holistic support.
• Document all care provided, including symptom changes and family interactions, in compliance with hospice regulations.
• Ensure adherence to hospice best practices, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and their families during the end‑of‑life journey.
• Communicate regularly with the hospice care team to ensure continuous, compassionate care.
• Complete charting and documentation requirements while meeting visit and productivity goals.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and healthcare regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Required Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as an RN, including a minimum of six months in a hospice setting.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• BLS certification (AHA/ARC).
• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficiency in following written and verbal instructions, including PC skills.
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move about, and handle equipment weighing 50‑100 lbs, as well as push, pull, and bend as necessary.
• Capability to work effectively with a diverse team of professionals and ancillary staff.
• Technical and motor skills to perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and assist with procedures using department equipment.
• Mental resilience to cope with frequent public interaction, tight deadlines, and irregular schedules while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Sensory abilities including strong visual acuity and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position.

Benefits & Perks

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs