Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice

Job overview

The Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice role is onsite in Norfolk, NE. The hourly pay range is $34.45–$51.65. 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 through assessments, individualized care planning, symptom management, and family education. The role contributes to continuity of care by coordinating with the clinical team, maintaining records, and making referrals when needed.

What you'll do

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

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

registered nurse

hospice

per diem

norfolk ne

optum

amedisys

patient assessment

care planning

family education

on-call responsibilities

$34.45–$51.65/hour

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 state-specific RN license, current CPR certification, 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.