Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs in Iowa

Hospice Registered Nurse jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City, where large health systems and long-term care networks maintain steady demand for experienced end-of-life care clinicians. Employers with deep roots in the state, including UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and University of Iowa Health Care, regularly post hospice RN roles at every level from newly licensed nurses to experienced palliative care leads. The most in-demand specialties are palliative pain management, home-based hospice care, and inpatient comfort care coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles47
Top employerCompassus
Top cityAmes, IA
Cities hiring33
Top industryHealthcare
Companies hiring19

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Hospice RN - Clinical Manager
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Hospice RN - Clinical Manager
Care Initiatives
West Des Moines, Iowa
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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RN Case Manager (Hospice)
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RN Case Manager (Hospice)
Moments Hospice
Davenport, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$75k - $90k/yr
201-500

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Registered Nurse Hospice PRN
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Registered Nurse Hospice PRN
Gentiva
Carroll, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse (RN)- Community Hospice
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Registered Nurse (RN)- Community Hospice
MercyOne
Bettendorf, Iowa
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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Hospice Registered Nurse- PRN RN
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Hospice Registered Nurse- PRN RN
Compassus
Ankeny, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Ames
3 jobs
Ankeny
2 jobs
Clarinda
2 jobs
Hiawatha
2 jobs
Davenport
2 jobs
Muscatine
2 jobs
Bettendorf
2 jobs
Des Moines
2 jobs
Monticello
2 jobs

Hospice Registered Nurse Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Compassus7 open roles
Care Initiatives5 open roles
Angels Care Hospice5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in hospice registered nurse jobs across Iowa.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Iowa Board of Nursing
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in hospice or palliative care
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification required at time of hire
  • Ability to work independently in home or community settings across Iowa counties
  • Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems
  • Compassionate communication skills for working with patients and families in crisis

Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a hospice registered nurse in Iowa?

You become a hospice registered nurse in Iowa by first earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining an active RN license through the Iowa Board of Nursing. Iowa participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice without a separate Iowa license. From there, gaining experience in med-surg, oncology, or home health provides the clinical foundation most Iowa hospice employers require before hiring into a dedicated hospice RN role.

How much do hospice registered nurses make in Iowa?

Hospice registered nurses in Iowa earn a median of about $78,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,840 for the lowest 10% to over $100,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire hospice registered nurses in Iowa?

Companies currently hiring hospice registered nurses in Iowa include Compassus, Care Initiatives, and Angels Care Hospice, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's hospice market is anchored by regional health systems and dedicated home hospice agencies operating across both urban corridors and rural counties.

Which Iowa cities have the most hospice registered nurse jobs?

Ames, Ankeny, and Clarinda have the most hospice registered nurse openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives the largest share as the state's primary metro, home to the headquarters of UnityPoint Health and MercyOne, while Cedar Rapids and Iowa City benefit from Corridor Health Connect partnerships and the University of Iowa Health Care's academic medical presence, which pulls hospice demand into those mid-size markets.

How can I get hired as a hospice registered nurse in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a nurse residency or structured new-graduate program at a large Iowa health system such as UnityPoint Health or MercyOne, which offer rotations that include palliative and long-term care settings. Starting in med-surg, oncology, or home health at an Iowa hospital or visiting nurse agency builds the foundational skills hospice employers look for. Earning a Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse credential, even as a newer nurse, signals commitment and gives candidates a meaningful edge when applying to dedicated hospice roles.

Where can I find and apply to hospice registered nurse jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to hospice registered nurse jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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