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Hospice After Hours Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Kansas City, MO (with service areas including Glen Carbon and surrounding regions)
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice After Hours Registered Nurse (RN) to join an extraordinary clinical care team. In this full-time role, you will provide critical after-hours management, clinical support, and compassionate end-of-life care planning for patients and their families. If you are an experienced hospice nurse looking to make a meaningful difference during pivotal moments, we would love to connect with you.
Schedule & Shift Details
- Rotation: 7 days on, followed by 7 days off
- Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- Friday – Sunday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 AM (On-call support format during weekends)
- Holidays: 2 holidays per year (1 summer & 1 winter) 3 floating holidays
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and deliver comprehensive patient care plans during after-hours windows.
- Provide clinical triage, symptom management, and emotional support to patients and families in their homes or care facilities.
- Document patient status accurately using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
- Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary hospice care team to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Travel to patient locations as needed to provide urgent clinical interventions.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Valid and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri (MO).
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of dedicated hospice nursing experience.
- Technical Skills: 1 years of experience utilizing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems (such as TruChart EHR or equivalent platforms).
- Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license, a reliable mode of personal transportation, and active auto insurance.
- Comfort and willingness to handle required local travel for after-hours patient visits.
Comprehensive Benefits & Perks
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Wellness Programs
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mental Health Coverage
Pay: $74,900.00 - $90,300.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- dedicated hospice nursing: 2 years (Required)
- utilizing Electronic Medical Record: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $74,900 - $90,300