Registered Nurse

Working as a Registered Nurse at Bristol Hospice

Registered Nurse roles in hospice are meaningful because you help patients stay comfortable and supported while guiding families through one of life's most important seasons. At Bristol Hospice, Registered Nurses are trusted clinical leaders with the support and structure needed to deliver compassionate, high quality hospice and palliative care.

This page is for Registered Nurses who want to understand what it is really like to work in hospice and the different RN paths available.

Registered Nurse roles in hospice can look different depending on your strengths, schedule preferences, and the needs of the community. At Bristol Hospice, RN opportunities may include clinical care in the field, admissions, and on call support.

• RN Case Management supporting symptom management, care planning, and ongoing patient and family education
• RN Admissions helping patients and families transition into hospice care with clarity, coordination, and compassion
• RN On Call providing after hours clinical support and guidance to help prevent crises and support comfort at home

What Working as a Registered Nurse Feels Like

Hospice RNs often describe their role as deeply patient focused and relationship driven. You are not only providing clinical care. You are helping patients feel heard and supported, and helping families understand what comfort focused care can look like day to day.

Registered Nurses work closely with interdisciplinary teams including CNAs, social workers, chaplains, liaisons, and physicians. Communication is clear, collaboration is encouraged, and your role is respected as essential to patient centered care.

Day to Day Responsibilities

A Registered Nurse role in hospice blends clinical skill with calm communication. Depending on your RN path, you may complete visits, assess symptoms, coordinate medications and supplies, update plans of care, and support patients and families with education and reassurance.

RNs also coordinate closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure care remains aligned with patient goals, comfort, dignity, and family support.

Schedule, Coverage, and Work Life Balance

Schedules vary by role. Some RN positions follow weekday daytime schedules, while on call roles support evenings, nights, or weekends depending on coverage needs. Many teams are organized by territory or patient assignments, allowing consistency and deeper relationships.

This structure supports predictability, reduces burnout, and helps deliver a high quality experience for patients and families.

Team Culture and Support

Culture is built on integrity, trust, accountability, and mutual respect. Registered Nurses are supported, heard, and equipped to succeed with responsive leadership and collaborative teams.

Strong teamwork and shared responsibility help RNs focus on patient care rather than administrative friction.

Explore Registered Nurse Openings

If you are looking for a Registered Nurse role where your work is respected and your team supports you, we invite you to explore current opportunities.

Bristol Hospice and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.

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