Registered Nurse / RN, Hospice Inpatient Days

AccentCare, Inc. Wilmington, DE, US

$42 - $48 / hour

Overview

RN / Registered Nurse IPC, Hospice

Location: Wilmington Hospital

Position: RN / Registered Nurse IPC, Hospice

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote/Virtual Position: No

Coverage Area: AccentCare Inpatient Unit and Wilmington Hospital

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice IPC RN

Salary: $42 - $48 / hour
Schedule: 3 12 hour shifts / 7am - 730pm plus every other weekend rotation

Offer Based on Years of Experience

What You Need to Know

Reimagining Your Career in Hospice

Caring for others is more than what you do — it’s who you are. At AccentCare, you’ll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You’ll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care.

We’re proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek — a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we’re building together.

Be the Best Hospice IPC RN You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

Must be a licensed Registered Nurse in the state of practice; associate degree preferred; CPR certification required in Georgia and California
Requires previous experience in hospice, home health, medical-surgical, or population-specific care (e.g., geriatrics, pediatrics); one year of experience required in Connecticut
Willingness to serve on-call and uphold the organization’s values and mission as a role model for compassionate care
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and meet minimum state-required liability auto insurance
Physical demands include frequent lifting (up to 200 lbs with assistance), walking, standing, sitting, stooping, and driving
Must be able to work in varied conditions, including exposure to moderate noise, chemicals, outdoor environments, and temperature changes

Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans for hospice patients and their families
Coordinate with physicians, the interdisciplinary team, and caregivers to ensure seamless, compassionate care and proper use of resources
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, updating patient records throughout the shift to reflect current needs, goals, and interventions
Educate and support patients and caregivers on medication use, personal care, mobility, and preparation for end-of-life
Offer emotional and physical support at the time of death and participate in 24/7 care coverage alongside the hospice team
Attend team meetings, assist with hospice aide supervision, participate in training and special projects, and adhere to agency and state/federal nursing regulations

Our Investment in You

Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being. Our benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company-matching 401(k)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
And more!

Why AccentCare?

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Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.

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