Jobs · Healthcare · Pennsylvania

RN On Call, Hospice - 7 Days On, 7 Days Off

Gentiva · Pittsburgh, PA · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time

Lead with heart and be the difference by delivering compassionate hospice care after hours. As an On Call Hospice RN, you'll respond to patient and family needs during evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays, ensuring continuity of care when it's needed most.

About the role

This role is ideal for an experienced RN who values autonomy, meaningful patient connections, and a unique work schedule that offers an entire week off between rotations. You will work independently while coordinating with the daytime care team to provide comfort, guidance, and peace of mind.

Schedule

  • 7 Days On / 7 Days Off
  • On-call coverage for evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays during your scheduled week

Responsibilities

  • Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager Senior
  • Provide direct patient care and support after normal business hours
  • Serve as the primary liaison between patients, families, physicians, and the hospice team during your shift
  • Respond promptly and compassionately to urgent calls, patient visits, and symptom management needs
  • Evaluate patient and family needs to guide clinical decisions and implement the plan of care
  • Support and collaborate with an interdisciplinary group including LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, and other support staff
  • Accurately document clinical visits and communications
  • Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement programs
  • Work independently while ensuring continuity of care and coordination with the daytime care team

Requirements

  • Current RN license in the state of requested employment (or eligibility to obtain)
  • 1+ years of nursing experience
  • Compassionate, calm, and dependable in urgent care situations
  • Excellent clinical judgment and ability to provide support in emotionally intense settings
  • Comfortable providing care in patients’ homes, facilities, or wherever they reside
  • Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation
  • Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ years of hospice, home health, oncology, or palliative care experience
  • Familiarity with symptom management, triage, and after-hours home-based care
  • Prior experience in on-call or overnight nursing roles
  • Strong documentation and electronic medical records (EMR) skills

Benefits

For All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

  • Competitive Pay
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • National & Local Recognition Programs
  • Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
  • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

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