RN / Registered Nurse - Hospice, On-Call
About the Role
Our On-Call RNs play a crucial role in end-of-life care, stepping in during off-hours to bring relief, clarity, and compassion when it's needed most. This position covers Franklin, Winston, Marion, and Fayette counties from our Florence, AL office.
Schedule
Monday – Thursday 4:00 pm to 8:00 am, Friday 4:00 pm to Monday 8:00 am (on-call basis).
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Remote Triage On-Call Team to deliver hands-on care to hospice patients and offer supportive services to their families during after-hours.
- Assess and manage urgent symptoms quickly and compassionately.
- Administer medication or adjust care based on hospice protocols or provider orders.
- Communicate with the physician regarding changes in condition and obtain orders as necessary.
- Offer guidance and support to the patient and family in understanding the current condition and anticipating the next steps.
- If a death occurs during on-call hours, go to the home or facility to pronounce death, provide support to the family, contact the funeral home, and notify the hospice team.
- Complete timely documentation and communication.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare).
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous PTO.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel, and entertainment discounts.
Benefits may vary by employment status.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school with current licensure to practice in the state of operation.
- One year of nursing experience required; 3+ years preferred.
- Experience in hospice or a similar setting preferred.
- Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care.
- Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/organization requirements and is in good working order.
About the Company
At Hospice of North Alabama, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Hospice of North Alabama, an affiliate of Adoration Health, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have expert clinicians and caregivers on our team.