After-Hours/Weekend Nurse
At Geiss Med Hospice, we believe in cherishing every moment of life. We understand that facing a life-limiting illness or injury can be overwhelming, which is why we are here to provide a comforting hand and a listening ear. Our team of dedicated medical professionals and compassionate caregivers is committed to easing pain, managing symptoms, and providing emotional and spiritual support in a manner that respects your personal choices and preferences.
We are not just focused on the patient but also on their loved ones, offering support and guidance through these challenging times. Our goal is to ensure that you and your family can focus on spending quality time together, while we take care of the rest.
Why Join Geiss Med Hospice?
- Compassionate Care: Join a team that prioritizes empathy and personalized care, ensuring that every patient and family feels supported.
- Professional Growth: We offer continuous learning and development opportunities to help you advance your career in a meaningful way.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who share your passion for making a difference.
- Holistic Support: Engage in a holistic approach to hospice care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Community Impact: Be a part of an organization that makes a tangible difference in the lives of patients and their families.
At Geiss Med Hospice, we are more than just healthcare providers; we are a source of comfort and hope. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are dedicated to compassionate care, we invite you to join our team and help us make a difference, one moment at a time.
Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) – After-Hours / Weekend
Position Summary:
The Hospice After-Hours/Weekend Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled nursing care, assessment, and support to hospice patients and their families during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. This role ensures continuity of care outside of regular business hours, addressing urgent patient needs, completing hospice admissions, managing symptoms, and offering compassionate end-of-life support in alignment with hospice philosophy and interdisciplinary care plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide on-call nursing care to hospice patients during after-hours, weekends, and holidays
- Respond promptly to patient and caregiver calls, triaging needs via phone and making in-person visits as required
- Complete hospice patient admissions during after-hours/weekends, including conducting initial comprehensive nursing assessments and developing the plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
- Obtain and review admission documentation, physician orders, and eligibility criteria in compliance with hospice regulations and organizational policies
- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and reassessments related to pain, symptoms, and overall patient status
- Administer medications, treatments, and comfort measures as ordered
- Manage symptom crises (pain, dyspnea, anxiety, nausea, agitation, etc.)
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease progression, medications, symptom management, hospice services, and end-of-life expectations
- Collaborate with physicians, hospice medical directors, and interdisciplinary team members to implement and update care plans
- Accurately document all patient care, assessments, admissions, and interventions in the electronic medical record in a timely manner
- Provide emotional support to patients and families, including during active dying and post-death care
- Pronounce death when appropriate and complete required documentation
- Ensure compliance with hospice policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (Medicare/Medicaid, state, and accrediting bodies)
- Participate in handoff communication with case managers and weekday clinical staff
Schedule & Availability
- After-hours shifts, weekends, evenings, overnight, and/or holidays as scheduled.
- On-call availability required.
- Flexible scheduling based on organizational needs.
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
- Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience; hospice, home health, or acute care experience preferred
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently and manage urgent situations calmly and effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate approach to end-of-life care
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
- Ability to travel to patient homes, facilities, or inpatient units as needed
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, reposition, and assist patients as needed.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and drive for extended periods.
- Ability to work in various home and facility environments.
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Hourly range for posted region
$42—$59 USD