Palliative Care RN - Advanced Illness Management

Gentiva Health Services Inc (Inactive)

Grand Rapids, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Assisted Living, Business Ethics, Clinical Outcomes, Clinical Study Publications, Communication Skills, Dietary Management, Disease, Driver's License, Durable Medical Equipment, Electronic Medical Records, Geriatrics, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Plan, Healthcare Providers, Home Care, Hospice Care, Laboratory Management, Marketing, Medical Records, Medications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Model Validation, Needs Assessment, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing, Nursing Home, Nutrition, On Call, Oncology, Palliative Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Prescription Drugs, Promotional Programs, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Requirements, Risk, Risk Analysis, Time Management, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Overview Provide Compassionate Care. Educate Families. Transform Palliative Services.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Advanced Illness Management AIM Palliative Registered Nurse to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Palliative Care, this role provides high-quality palliative care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing facilities. The AIM Palliative RN collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to assess, educate, and coordinate care while ensuring comfort and quality of life.

Essential Functions of Position

• Conduct in-person and telephonic RN assessments and screenings for palliative care patients. • Complete Risk Stratification Assessments to identify patient support needs in consultation with the Nurse Practitioner. • Observe patient visit frequency based on individual needs and risk identification. • Educate patients and families on disease processes, self-care, end-of-life care, medications, nutrition, and treatments. • Communicate findings to the Palliative Nurse Practitioner and/or PCP, including changes in condition or signs of decline. • Coordinate care with palliative team members and support hospice referral as appropriate. • Document timely clinical records, including assessments, progress notes, care plans, physician orders, and treatments. • Support care plan development from initial assessment through discharge, addressing functional decline, symptom management, nutrition, cognition, and family caregiver needs. • Collaborate on modifications to individualized palliative plans of care. • Facilitate care delivery and obtain additional resources as needed in accordance with the Plan of Care. • Participate in evening/weekend on-call rotation as required. • Facilitate prescription transmission to pharmacies, manage lab and diagnostic results, and request durable medical equipment as medically necessary. • Maintain effective relationships with supportive care team members and other healthcare providers. • Communicate and document clinical findings, treatment plans, and care provided in accordance with nursing standards and regulatory requirements. • Adhere to company policies, HIPAA privacy standards, business ethics, and mandatory compliance programs. • Implement marketing and promotional initiatives as directed. • Perform other related duties as assigned.

About You

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse RN license with no board actions • Minimum 2 years of clinical RN experience, preferably in skilled nursing home, health, palliative care, hospice, geriatrics, or oncology • Demonstrated ability to provide quality care in high-empathy environments • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and electronic medical records • Exceptional communication, time management, and critical thinking skills • Keen observation skills with the ability to identify changes in condition and escalate appropriately • Comfortable working independently in the field and within interdisciplinary care models • Valid drivers license and reliable transportation (field-based role)

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in palliative care, hospice, or oncology nursing • Familiarity with risk stratification, symptom management, and home-based care planning • Experience working in or with assisted living and skilled nursing facilities

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates

• Full-Time, Part-Time, & Per Diem • Competitive Pay • 401k with Company Match • Career Advancement Opportunities • National & Local Recognition Programs • Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program • Generous Paid Time Off (7 Paid Holidays) • Wellness Programs • Telemedicine • Diabetes Management • Joint & Spine Concierge Care • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Legalese

This is a safety-sensitive position. Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits. Where applicable, employee must meet state-specific requirements. We are proud to be an EEO employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

ReqID: 2026-132851 Category: Registered Nurse Position Type: Full-Time Company: Illumia

About the Company

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Gentiva Health Services Inc (Inactive)