Weekend On Call Registered Nurse

We are hiring weekend on-call Registered Nurses to join our dynamic care team with Hospice Services of Massachusetts!

4:30p Friday to 8:30a Monday. $640 for the weekend and an additional $190 per admission and $90 per visit. Mileage reimbursement. This is an on-the-road position, and the candidate must have a reliable and insured vehicle and be willing to travel.

Our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

Education & Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must hold an active and unencumbered RN license in Massachusetts and be CPR certified.
• Prior hospice experience required.
  
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responds to on-call messages that may include making recommendations via phone and making visits.
• Complete a comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice eligibility and care needs.
• Provide nursing care.
• Complete clinical notes regarding patient condition and care given.
• Supervise hospice CNAs.
• Teach patients and loved ones self-care techniques as appropriate.
• Provide appropriate support at time of death.
• Initiate plan of care and make revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Assess and evaluate patient status.
• Work with interdisciplinary team to meet the emotional needs of the patient and loved ones.
  
  
  

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Candidate must possess strong observation, verbal and written communication, problem-solving, basic math, and nursing skills.
  
  
  

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Mileage reimbursement
• Holiday and Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• 401(k) with Employer Match for All Team Members
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program
  
  
  

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.