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Registered Nurse – Palliative Care / Hospice

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$42 – $69 an hour
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Goldendale, Washington, United States
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Registered Nurse – Palliative Care / Hospice

Goldendale, Washington

Klickitat Valley Health

$42.00 – $69.00 per hour

Casual | Varied Shifts

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This opportunity is being facilitated through Rural Staffing Services.

Because rural healthcare hiring works best through relationships, our team reviews each candidate before introducing them to the hospital. We want to understand your experience, your story, and what matters most to you in your next opportunity.

To ensure a thoughtful and efficient process for both candidates and the hospital, all initial applications should come through this posting. If your background aligns, our team will connect with you to discuss the role and next steps.

This Is More Than a Nursing Role

Palliative and hospice nurses provide some of the most meaningful care in healthcare.

Rural Staffing Services is partnering with Klickitat Valley Health to recruit a compassionate Registered Nurse – Palliative Care / Hospice who will support patients and families navigating serious illness and end-of-life care.

This role focuses on dignity, comfort, connection, and honoring the values and wishes of each patient and family. You will help guide patients through some of the most important moments of their lives while ensuring their care aligns with their goals and priorities.

This is work that requires skill, compassion, and heart.

About Klickitat Valley Health

Klickitat Valley Health is a Critical Access Hospital located in Goldendale, Washington, serving patients throughout Klickitat County and surrounding rural communities.

The hospital is known for its collaborative environment and commitment to providing high-quality care close to home. Staff members work closely together across departments to ensure patients receive thoughtful, coordinated care.

In rural healthcare, every role matters — and the team at KVH is deeply committed to supporting the health and well-being of their community.

About the Community

Goldendale, Washington

Goldendale sits along the scenic Columbia River Gorge and offers an incredible outdoor lifestyle surrounded by wide-open landscapes and breathtaking views.

Residents enjoy:

Hiking and exploring the Columbia River Gorge

Scenic drives, camping, and outdoor recreation

Local farms, wineries, and small-town charm

A welcoming community where people truly know their neighbors

Goldendale offers a meaningful balance of work and life, where your impact is felt both inside the hospital and throughout the community.

Why This Role Matters

Patients facing serious illness deserve care that prioritizes comfort, dignity, and compassion.

The Hospice & Palliative Care Registered Nurse plays a vital role in helping patients and families navigate complex medical and emotional decisions while ensuring their care reflects their values and goals.

Through symptom management, education, and care coordination, this role helps patients experience the highest possible quality of life during serious illness.

The Opportunity

Provide nursing care for hospice and palliative patients in home, clinic, hospital, and community settings

Perform patient assessments and develop individualized care plans

Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams

Support symptom management and comfort-focused treatment

Educate patients and families regarding care options and treatment plans

Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and caregivers

Collaborate with social workers, chaplains, and care teams to ensure coordinated care

Assist with discharge planning and community resource coordination

Participate in shared on-call responsibilities with other hospice RNs

What You Will Bring

Compassionate and patient-centered nursing care

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to support patients and families during emotionally complex situations

Critical thinking and independent clinical judgment

Commitment to teamwork and coordinated care

What We Are Looking For

Education / Licensure

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Active Washington State RN license (BSN preferred but not required)

BLS certification required

Additional Requirements

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for patient visits

Knowledge of infection control and patient safety standards

Experience

Minimum two years of nursing experience required

Home Health or Hospice experience preferred

Compensation

Hourly Pay: $42.41 – $69.44

Position Type: Casual

Casual positions are not eligible for benefits, though this position includes a casual differential.

About Rural Staffing Services

Rural Staffing Services is a mission-driven rural healthcare talent partner dedicated to supporting hospitals and communities across the country.

We believe rural healthcare is the heart of our communities. Our work is rooted in relationships, transparency, and helping hospitals and healthcare professionals find the right long-term fit.

Together is how rural survives. Heart is how it thrives.

Let's Connect

If this opportunity speaks to you, we would love to connect.

Use the Apply button below and our team will review your information and follow up soon.

Even if you are simply exploring what might be next, we are always happy to be a resource.

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