What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice position at Centric Home Health and Hospice?
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Caring for others is a special calling, and at Centric Home Health and Hospice, we're here to help you do just that. We're a private, local healthcare provider dedicated to offering top-notch Skilled Home Health and Hospice services. Our goal is to provide exceptional patient care while supporting our staff every step of the way. We're committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance, so you can feel confident in the care you're providing.
Weekend On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate Weekend On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice to provide hospice nursing care to patients in their homes. The RN will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families, physicians, and community partners to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life at the end of life. This position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a passion for hospice and palliative care. **This role will be on-call from 5pm Friday - 8am Monday**
Weekend On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice Responsibilities
- Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of hospice patients
- Determine hospice eligibility and appropriate levels of care per Medicare and agency guidelines
- Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care
- Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, and end‑of‑life care
- Coordinate care with physicians and the interdisciplinary group (IDG)
- Supervise and provide clinical direction to Hospice Aides and LPN/LVNs
- Monitor caregiver capability and provide education and support
- Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation and progress notes
- Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and care team
- Follow infection control and standard precautions
- Participate in on‑call rotation as assigned
- Promote agency policies, philosophy, and compliance with all regulations
Weekend On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, ADN, or BSN)
- Current, unrestricted RN license in the state required
- Current CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation and current auto liability insurance
- 2 years of clinical nursing experience required
- Hospice, home health, or palliative care experience required
- Experience with end‑of‑life symptom management required
Pay: From $250.00 per day
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Preferred)
- Driver's license and current auto insurance (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $250