Travel Hospice RN Jobs
Hospice nurses have the important job of helping terminally ill people find comfort at the end of their lives. They have a significant impact on their patients, ensuring they feel comfortable as their time on earth comes to an end. If you want to make a difference in others' lives while still being able to explore, consider working in travel hospice registered nurse (RN) jobs. You'll gain opportunities to experience new areas while fulfilling your call to help people.
Trustaff provides various travel hospice RN positions, so you can work nationwide or in the few states that interest you.
Hospice Nurse Qualifications
To become a travel hospice RN, you must complete the required education and training to ensure you have the necessary experience and knowledge for working in the medical field. Qualifications you must have include:
Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing
Certification from the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
State license
One to two years of experience as a Hospice RN
You'll also need a license for each state you plan to work in while taking travel hospice RN assignments.
Hospice RN Duties and Responsibilities
The tasks you're in charge of may differ depending on where you work. In general, though, your duties and responsibilities will include:
Providing personalized care for each patient
Monitoring vital signs
Offering emotional, mental and physical support to the patient and their family
Administering medication
Assessing patients' comfort levels and needs
Tracking patients' conditions, symptoms and behaviors
Documenting changes in condition
Working with physicians and specialists to develop treatment plans
Educating the patients' families about their progression and updates to their nutrition, medication or overall health
While hospice nurses primarily care for the patient, they may also offer support and compassion to the family, helping them understand that their loved one will be okay and letting them know when the end is near. When working as a hospice RN who travels, you gain the opportunity to support many patients and their families.
Current Hospice RN Jobs
Travel Hospice Nurse Salary and Benefits
Your salary as a travel hospice RN will differ depending on where you work and for how long. Some places may offer more based on your experience as a hospice nurse. Your Trustaff recruiter can help match you with travel jobs that meet your needs, as well as advising you on the best up-and-coming openings to maximize your earning potential.
Trustaff will help you find high-paying hospice RN travel jobs. Our recruiters work with you to place you at the best facilities in the country while ensuring the workplaces are in states or areas you want to visit. As a travel nurse, you gain flexibility and freedom to work in multiple parts of the country. When you work with Trustaff, you also get:
401(k) with employer match
Health insurance plans
Guaranteed weekly hours
Weekly pay
Ingenovis Health ACT program benefits
Continuing education assistance
Licensure reimbursement
Why Become a Trustaff Traveler?
We want our employees to feel encouraged and connected, which is why we foster community among our team members, no matter where you are. Join our conversations on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or X, formerly known as Twitter, to get to know travel nurses just like you. We also provide education opportunities to further your career knowledge, professional skillset and personal wellness. Check out our Ingenovis Health ACT program for additional resources.
Find the perfect travel job
Trustaff has thousands of healthcare jobs. Apply online today or contact us for more information.