What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at BST FAMILY HOSPICE LLC?
Job Title:
PRN Weekend On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)
Organization:
BST Family Hospice
Location:
Brookstone Terrace Assisted Living Communities (Woodruff, Simpsonville, Chanticleer) – Upstate South Carolina
Position Type:
PRN (As Needed) – Weekend On-Call
Schedule:
On-call coverage every weekend from Friday at 5:00 PM through Monday at 8:00 AM
Position Summary:
BST Family Hospice is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled PRN Weekend On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to hospice patients residing within our partnered Brookstone Terrace Assisted Living communities.
This role is responsible for managing all after-hours and weekend clinical needs, ensuring continuity of care, timely symptom management, and supportive communication with families and facility staff. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, responsiveness, and a commitment to delivering end-of-life care with dignity and compassion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide on-call hospice nursing coverage for all assigned patients during scheduled weekend hours
- Respond promptly to after-hours calls, triage patient needs, and determine appropriate interventions
- Perform in-person visits as needed for symptom management, crises, or patient/family support
- Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and document all care in the EMR (e.g., MatrixCare)
- Manage and implement physician orders, including medication adjustments and treatments
- Provide end-of-life care, including support during active dying and post-mortem care
- Collaborate with ALF staff, hospice interdisciplinary team, and Medical Director to ensure coordinated care
- Educate families and caregivers on disease progression, symptom management, and comfort measures
- Ensure compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, CHAP standards, and DHEC regulations
- Participate in on-call handoff communication to ensure seamless continuity of care
Clinical Duties May Include:
- Pain and symptom management (e.g., dyspnea, agitation, secretions)
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Medication administration and education
- Management of terminal symptoms and crisis intervention
- Pronouncement of death (per agency policy and state regulations)
- Coordination with funeral homes and post-mortem processes
Qualifications:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina
- Minimum 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience (hospice or home health preferred)
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous hospice or palliative care experience
- Experience working within Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs)
- Familiarity with end-of-life symptom management protocols
Core Competencies:
- Compassionate, patient-centered care
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Professionalism and accountability
- Ability to remain calm and effective in urgent situations
- Commitment to BST Family Hospice’s mission of comfort, dignity, and quality of life
Work Environment:
- Primarily within Brookstone Terrace Assisted Living communities
- Occasional travel between facilities may be required
- On-call role requiring availability, responsiveness, and flexibility