RN Admission 7on/7off

The Registered Nurse On-Call is responsible for providing after-hours hospice care, ensuring patients receive timely and compassionate support. This role involves planning, organizing, directing, and delivering nursing services in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The RN On-Call will develop individualized care plans, address urgent patient needs, and assist families in maintaining comfort and coping during after-hours emergencies. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent) preferred. 

• Minimum of two (2) years of hospice nursing experience required. 

• Current RN license in the assigned state. 

• Current CPR certification is required. 

• Valid driver’s license with a reliable, insured vehicle that meets organizational requirements.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ability to work on call night and weekends as needed. 

• Work closely with the sales, clinical, and leadership team. 

• Case manages and provides clinical direction to the interdisciplinary team, physician, and family.  

• Implement/develop/document the patient plan of care.  

• Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA).  

• Assure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation.  

• Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third-party payer.  

• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.  

• Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies.  

• Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call service to patients/families as assigned.  

• Supervise and provide directions to the home health aide and the LPN.  

• Perform other duties as assigned by management to support department goals and initiatives. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  

• Ability to write, speak, understand, and read the English language. 

• Demonstrate knowledge of and supports Affinity Hospice’s vision, value statements, standards, policies, and procedures. 

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.  

• High organizational and work ethic standards. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

• Must be computer literate.  

• Flexibility to travel within the assigned territory.  

• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements.  

• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.