Registered Nurse (RN)- Community Hospice

IA_MMC Mercy Health Services - Iowa, Corp.

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MOQ - Hospice House Until 10/2/2026 2+ years exp First posted August 3, 2026 Last posted August 3, 2026
Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Genesis Hospice Care exists to provide support and comfort to patients and their families when a cure is no longer possible.
MercyOne Genesis Hospice Care experienced, high quality care so that your loved one can remain as independent and comfortable as possible. MercyOne Genesis Hospice provides medical care in addition to providing emotional and spiritual support.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis Hospice? Click here: Hospice | Quad Cities, IA & IL | Genesis

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse

As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will provide safe, effective, culturally competent, family based, holistic care for all terminally ill patients and their families or significant others.  Key accountabilities include assessments, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care using critical thinking and evidenced-based practice; management of pain and symptoms associated with end of life care and maximizing quality of life with adherence to the Professional Practice Standards as evidenced by ANA and active participation in quality monitoring and performance

Schedule:

  • full time 36 hours a week
  • Admit nurse 12 hours shifts
  • 0900-2100 rotate every 3 weekends

General Requirements:

  • The job requires some accountability for scheduling, assigning or coordinating work.  Employees check the quality of work and provide guidance, instruction, training and direction to others.  Although the job does not require formal or official supervisory responsibility, the incumbent serves as group leader or acts in an informal "assistant supervisory" or "lead" role.  In addition, the employee may be expected to provide information or suggestions on human resources matters.
  • Work requires limited responsibility for material resources.  Examples of resources could include supplies, equipment, inventories, small budgets, and other similar material assets.  The employee has a limited amount of control over these resources.  The cost of errors is also limited in terms of damage, waste or financial loss.  Problems associated with material resources are not complex.  The volume of resources may vary, but the level of difficulty in dealing with these resources is uncomplicated.
  • Relationships: Co-workers/Health System Employees, Outside Agencies/Other Health Care Providers, General Public/Visitors/Volunteers, Physicians/Medical Office Staff, Students/Interns/Residents/Outside Instructors, Patients, Families, and Significant Others, Vendors/Clients, Third Party Payors/Insurance Companies

Education:

  • Associate Degree in Nursing
  • RN License in Iowa required at time of hire. Illinois  required within 6 months
  • Valid Drivers license, Auto insurance – Genesis minimum limits required
  • More than 2 years experience required.
  • Hospice and palliative Care nursing Certification preferred
  • BLS

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About this role

Summary

Provide holistic, family-centered hospice nursing care, assessments, and symptom management.

Job title

Registered Nurse (RN)- Community Hospice

Experience level

more than 2 years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

on-site at hospice house, Iowa or Illinois, some remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

RN license in IowaRN license in Illinois within 6 monthsassociate degree in nursingBLS

Preferred skills

hospice and palliative care certification

Specializations

hospicepalliative careend-of-life care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site

Unknown location

Remote
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