Skyline Med Staff Home Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Hospice Palliative Care RN for a travel nursing job in Fort Worth, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Hospice Palliative Care RN Discipline: RN Start Date: 07/06/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Weekly amount stated in the job postings is estimated based on estimated hourly wages and potential stipends available for the location of the assignment. Pay package is calculated on bill rate at the time job was posted, but can change or vary without notice. Exact pay packages might vary as this is an estimate. Our recruiter would be happy to build an exact pay package for you for each job. Join the Best in Travel Nursing! Skyline Med Staff was honored as the 1 Best Travel Nursing Company in 2025 by BluePipes, a recognition driven by glowing reviews from travel healthcare professionals. Our recruiters are consistently praised on Google for their responsiveness, dedication, accessibility, and industry knowledge. Ready to experience the difference? Apply for a job today and see why travel nurses choose Skyline! As a traveler with Skyline Med Staff, you'll have a dedicated recruiter supporting you every step of the way and available whenever you need them. We are a Woman Owned Agency providing clinicians with Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, along with Dental and Vision coverage, plus $500 referral bonuses! We’re seeking committed Nursing professionals who excel in delivering quality patient care and can adapt to diverse work environments. Required for Submission: 1. Minimum of 1 year recent work experience in the specialty of the job applying for 2. A current BLS/CPR certification through American Heart Association 3. Active License in the state of the job location We look forward to connecting and working with you to find your next job opportunity! Skyline Med Staff Home Health Job ID 37182253. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Hospice,07:00:00-15:00:00 About Skyline Med Staff Home Health Join the Top- Rated Travel Healthcare Team! Skyline Med Staff was named as the 1 Best Travel Healthcare Company in 2025 by BluePipes, a recognition driven by glowing reviews from travel healthcare professionals. Our recruiters are consistently praised on Google for their responsiveness, dedication, accessibility, and industry knowledge. Ready to experience the difference? Apply for a job today and see why healthcare professionals choose Skyline! Certified Women Owned Business We believe that travel is good for the soul. We want to be on your journey with you and find the right job that fits you Skyline Med Staff is committed to one vision treating others the way that THEY want to be treated. The executive team at Skyline Med Staff focuses on a commitment to quality, consistency, and the highest level of service. Our team members continually strive to build long term relationships that center on you and helping you achieve your goals. Some of the Benefits you will receive with Skyline Med Staff: Over 30 years of combined experience in the staffing industry Higher Take-Home Pay Rates Dedicated Personal Recruiter We are available to you 24/7 Health Insurance Plan Options Tax Free Per Diems, Housing Stipends and Travel Reimbursements Joint Commission Certified Contracts in all 50 states Referral and Loyalty Bonuses Benefits Medical benefits Referral bonus
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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.
Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.
Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.
What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.
A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.
Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.
DFW Area Salary Data
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of
$48.76/hr ($101,421/yr).
The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr
(25th–75th percentile).
Entry Level (10th)$73,403/yr
DFW Median$101,421/yr
Experienced (90th)$129,709/yr
vs. National Median+4.0%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area).
Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.