Hospice Registered Nurse RN

Position Overview

The Hospice Support Registered Nurse (RN) is a vital member of Tri‑Cities Chaplaincy’s 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.

Location:

Richland, WA
Type:
Full Time, Non‑Exempt

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm with one backup on‑call shift per month; minimum 2 holidays per year.

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 life’s end, and following a loss.
Values: Accessibility, Integrity, Achievement, Supportive Environment.

• Associate Degree in Nursing.
• Unrestricted Registered Nurse Licensure in Washington State.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; must be able to drive independently within Tri‑Cities Chaplaincy’s service areas.
• Moderate computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Available to work on‑call for a minimum of two holiday shifts per year.
• Will need to pass pre‑employment drug testing, including cannabis testing in WA State.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Bilingual in Spanish with ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively in both languages.

Hiring Range: $37.67 /hour – $57.22 /hour. The starting pay range offered to new hires depends on experience and qualifications.

• 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 one paid day off every January to volunteer in the community.
• Bereavement Leave: 3 days 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 Benefit Options:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Protection plans, and Life Flight.
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits:
  Pet Insurance, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Protection plans, and Life Flight.
• Agency‑covered benefits:
  Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment at 1× annual salary, Long‑Term Disability, and Short‑Term Disability.
• 401 k:
  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 verification through ALTA staff testing and approved certifications.
• Tuition Assistance:
  After 1 year of employment, eligible employees can receive up to $5,250 annually in higher education assistance.
• Continuing Education Units:
  Tri‑Cities Chaplaincy utilizes Relias Learning and CAPC for employees to earn continuing education units for credential requirements.
• Certification and Training…