Hospice RN – Essex & Union Counties

Spero Hospice is looking for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This role is about delivering skilled, compassionate care to patients and families when it matters most. You’ll manage symptoms, coordinate care, and help patients stay comfortable and supported through every stage.

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling that works with your life
• Competitive pay and benefits
• A leadership team that listens and backs you up
• Minimal red tape so you can focus on care
• Respect for your clinical expertise
• Room to grow within the company
  
  

If you’re looking for a role where you can use your skills, be trusted to do your job, and know your work makes a difference every day, we’d like to hear from you.

Compensation

$48 - $53 hourly

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments and manage symptom control
• Develop and update care plans to meet patient needs
• Provide direct clinical care focused on comfort and dignity
• Collaborate with the medical director, social workers, and aides
• Support families and guide them through the hospice process
• Advocate for patients’ wishes and cultural values
• Participate in team meetings and coordinate care strategies
• Communicate with outside providers as needed
• Educate families on care expectations and ways to help
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation for compliance and continuity
  
  

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey
• 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience (hospice, palliative care, or related field preferred)
• Knowledge of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, families, and team members
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail
• Comfortable using electronic health records (EHR) and related healthcare software
  
  

About Company

Spero Hospice is a group of dedicated, hardworking professionals who understand that individuals and families entering hospice care may feel scared, overwhelmed, sad, or unsure. Offering full-spectrum support, including physical, psychological, and spiritual comfort, our team provides an individualized approach to each person that celebrates their unique needs. Each member of the hospice team works tirelessly to ensure our patients receive comprehensive care, so they have the best possible quality of life during this difficult time. By providing a range of services, our staff ensures the whole person is cared for – both physically and emotionally – as we strive to honor their life as it draws to a close.