Registered Nurse (RN) Hospice Nurse – Per Diem

Job overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) Hospice Nurse – Per Diem role is onsite in Aiken, SC; pay is $36.35–$54.55 per hour based on full-time employment. The position is described as per diem. Amedisys, part of the Optum family, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services that support care at home. The nurse provides patient-centered hospice care by assessing needs, coordinating individualized plans, managing symptoms, educating families, and collaborating with the clinical team. The role supports continuity of care and comfort for patients and families, including on-call services when assigned.

What you'll do

• Perform initial nursing assessments for new admissions
• complete, coordinate, and revise plans of care
• collaborate with staff to maintain continuity
• communicate patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team
• maintain patient records
• record pain and symptom management changes and outcomes
• educate families
• make referrals to hospice disciplines as needed or document rationale
• perform on-call responsibilities as assigned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

registered nurse

rn

hospice nurse

per diem

aiken sc

optum

$36.35–$54.55/hour

patient assessment

care planning

family education

on-call responsibilities

home hospice care

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility.

Why this role

Per diem role. Requires a current RN license for assigned state, current CPR certification, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance. One or more years of nursing experience is preferred.

About the employer

Optum is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.