Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs in Michigan

Hospice Registered Nurse jobs in Michigan represent one of the more consistently active markets in the Midwest, concentrated across home health agencies, inpatient hospice facilities, and hospital-based palliative care programs, with openings ranging from new-graduate positions through senior clinical lead roles. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing generate the heaviest hiring volume, anchored by employers like Trinity Health, Beaumont Health, and Encompass Health, all of which maintain established hospice and palliative care divisions across the state. The most in-demand specialties include pain and symptom management, pediatric palliative care, and care coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles110+
Top employerCompassus
Top citySaginaw, MI
Cities hiring63
Work type76% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Nurse RN / Hospice Visit (PRN)
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Registered Nurse RN / Hospice Visit (PRN)
Transitions Hospice
Standish, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$40 - $46/hr
201-500

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Registered Nurse RN / Hospice
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Registered Nurse RN / Hospice
Transitions Hospice
Midland, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$40 - $46/hr
201-500

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(Every Other) Weekend Hospice Nurse - Registered Nurse
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(Every Other) Weekend Hospice Nurse - Registered Nurse
Brighton Hospice
Huntington Woods, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
201-500

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Hospice Weekend RN
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Hospice Weekend RN
Compassus
Saginaw, Michigan
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)
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Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)
Wellspring Lutheran Services
Frankenmuth, Michigan
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$81k - $89k/yr
501-1,000

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Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Saginaw
6 jobs
Grand Rapids
5 jobs
Livonia
4 jobs
Brighton
4 jobs
Muskegon
4 jobs
Bingham Farms
4 jobs
Gaylord
3 jobs
Jackson
3 jobs
Lansing
3 jobs

Hospice Registered Nurse Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

Compassus9 open roles
Optimal Care9 open roles
Gentiva8 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

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

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Michigan Board of Nursing
  • Current CPR and BLS certification required at time of hire
  • Minimum one year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care
  • Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing (CHPN) certification preferred by most employers
  • Reliable personal transportation for home visit and community-based assignments
  • Strong documentation skills and comfort with electronic health record systems

Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a hospice registered nurse in Michigan?

You must hold an active RN license issued by the Michigan Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. An Associate Degree in Nursing meets the minimum requirement, though many Michigan hospice employers prefer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After gaining clinical experience, nurses often pursue the Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse credential to strengthen their candidacy in this specialty.

How much do hospice registered nurses make in Michigan?

Hospice registered nurses in Michigan earn a median of about $94,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,260 for the lowest 10% to over $116,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire hospice registered nurses in Michigan?

Employers hiring hospice registered nurses in Michigan right now include Compassus, Optimal Care, and Gentiva, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's dense network of integrated health systems and independent home health agencies means hiring activity is spread across both large regional employers and smaller community-based hospice providers throughout the Lower Peninsula.

Which Michigan cities have the most hospice registered nurse jobs?

Saginaw, Grand Rapids, and Livonia consistently post the most hospice registered nurse openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its concentration of major health systems and population density, while Grand Rapids and Lansing benefit from strong regional medical centers and the significant aging populations in their surrounding communities that drive ongoing hospice demand.

Are there remote hospice registered nurse jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Hospice nursing is inherently hands-on, and most roles require in-home patient visits or facility-based care that cannot be performed remotely. About 24% of hospice registered nurse openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve care coordination, telephonic triage, or clinical case management rather than direct bedside care.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for a new-graduate RN residency program at a large Michigan health system such as Trinity Health or Beaumont Health, which run structured residencies that include palliative care rotations. Nurses transitioning from med-surg, oncology, or home health roles are frequently considered for entry-level hospice positions. Completing the Michigan Board of Nursing licensure early and volunteering with a local hospice organization strengthens any application significantly.

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

You can find and apply to hospice registered nurse jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across health systems, home health agencies, and inpatient hospice facilities. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.

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