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Stella Maris

Hospice Home Care RN

Timonium, MD · On-site

$57.05/hr

Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) a plus * Commitment to Stella Maris Hospice's philosophy of care, values, mission statement and organizational culture * Willingness to serve on-call Min ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for chpn in the United States is $68,419.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,000.00 and $89,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A CHPN (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) is a specialized registered nurse who provides compassionate care to patients with serious, chronic, or terminal illnesses. They focus on pain management, symptom relief, and emotional support for patients and their families. CHPNs work in hospice facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, and home care settings, ensuring patients receive comfort-focused care. Their role involves coordinating with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.

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To thrive as a Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN), you need specialized knowledge in hospice and palliative care, a current RN license, and CHPN certification from the Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC). Familiarity with symptom management protocols, electronic health records (EHRs), and interdisciplinary care documentation is essential. Compassion, strong communication, and emotional resilience help CHPNs provide support to patients and families during challenging times. These skills and qualifications ensure excellent patient comfort, ethical care delivery, and effective teamwork in end-of-life care settings.

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CHPNs often face emotionally intense situations as they support patients and families through end-of-life transitions, which can be both rewarding and mentally taxing. Managing complex symptoms and providing individualized comfort care requires continuous collaboration with physicians, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Job seekers should be prepared for dynamic and sometimes unpredictable schedules, as patient needs can change rapidly. Developing strong coping and self-care strategies can help nurses sustain resilience and maintain the high level of compassionate care expected in this role.

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Wesley Life Home Health Urbandale

Urbandale, IA • On-site

$1.9K/wk

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Details
Client Name
Wesley Life Home Health Urbandale
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Specialty
Hospice
Job ID
37702159
Weekly Pay
$1917.0
Shift Details
Shift
Days - 5 x 8
Scheduled Hours
40
Job Order Details
Start Date
08/24/2026
End Date
10/19/2026
Duration
8 Week(s)
Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice
Position Overview
As a Hospice RN, you provide end-of-life care focused on comfort, symptom management, and supportive documentation for patients and families.
You work within interdisciplinary teams to honor patient goals and coordinate with community resources for home or facility-based care.
Responsibilities
  • Assess symptoms, manage pain and comfort, and provide comprehensive nursing care
  • Administer medications and monitor adverse effects; adjust plans in collaboration with the team
  • Coordinate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and home health aides
  • Educate families about advance directives, care planning, and bereavement support
  • Document care plans and patient status in the EHR; ensure timely communication
  • Support discharge planning and transitions to home or hospice facilities
  • Respond to clinical changes and provide crisis management as needed
Qualifications
Education:
BSN preferred; ADN acceptable with hospice or palliative care experience
Licensure:
Current, active Registered Nurse license in the United States
Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Palliative Care certification such as CHPN preferred but not required
Experience or Skills:
Experience in hospice or palliative care; strong communication, assessment, and family-support skills
Experience
  • Experience providing end-of-life nursing care in home or facility settings
  • Experience coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and community resources
  • Experience documenting care plans and patient goals in the EHR
Preferred
  • CHPN or equivalent hospice certification
  • Experience with care transitions and bereavement support
Work Environment
Hospice teams provide care in patients' homes or hospice facilities; interdisciplinary collaboration is essential
Shifts may include days with on-call coverage; documentation and phone triage are common components
Client Details
Address
4328 114th Street
City
Urbandale
State
IA
Zip Code
50322
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TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and fully complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law.
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