Registered Nurse (RN) Assessment Job at Blue Ridge Hospice (Winchester)

Registered Nurse (RN) Assessment

Blue Ridge Hospice

Location:
United States , Winchester

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

34.00 - 48.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) Assessment - Hospice Care; Join Blue Ridge Care and become a Future Maker, where your compassion and clinical expertise help families navigate one of life’s most meaningful transitions. Our mission is simple: delivering extraordinary care to improve life’s journey. We honor each patient with dignity, comfort, and respect—supporting them and their loved ones every step of the way.

Job Responsibility:

Complete intake assessments for referred patients and coordinate all needed follow-up with families, physicians, insurance representatives, and hospice staff
Assess medical, physical, emotional, and social needs and form nursing diagnoses based on your findings
Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
Educate patients and families on hospice services, symptom management, and care expectations
Provide emotional support in a way that strengthens patient and family coping
Advocate for patients to ensure their goals and preferences remain central to the care plan
Implement nursing interventions focused on comfort, pain management, and symptom relief
Provide hands-on teaching to families, caregivers, and home health aides
Follow universal precautions and isolation techniques as required
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation for all assessments, referrals, and interventions
Respond to questions from individuals contacting hospice and serve as a referral resource
Participate in training and orientation of new team members
Educate staff in other care settings on hospice philosophy and pain/symptom management
Work collaboratively within the interdisciplinary team and identify when other services (social work, chaplaincy, etc.) are needed
Maintain patient confidentiality and autonomy at all times
Seek ongoing opportunities for professional growth and accept constructive feedback
Recognize when family systems or circumstances are not amenable to change and adjust care plans accordingly
Act independently, responsibly, and in alignment with the mission and values of Blue Ridge Care
Share weekend and holiday rotation with the Intake Team
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Active RN license in the state of Virginia
At least one year of medical-surgical or oncology experience
Minimum of six months hospice home care experience preferred
Proficiency with EMR systems, including Epic
Strong communication and assessment skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach
Maintain an active driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation to travel across the service area

Nice to have:

BSN preferred
Minimum of six months hospice home care experience preferred

What we offer:

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Competitive Pay
Flexible Scheduling
Shift Differentials for evening and weekend shifts
PTO and Paid Volunteer Time
Comprehensive Health Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarships
Peer Support & Mentorship
30% Thrift Shop Discount
Growth Opportunities through the Blue Ridge Care 2030 Strategic Plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 10, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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Registered Nurse (RN) Assessment

Blue Ridge Hospice

Location:
United States , Winchester

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 10, 2026

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