Clinical Support Nurse (On Call)

Blue-Ridge-Care-1; Virginia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Evening shift differential

PTO and paid volunteer time

Health, dental, vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Mentorship and clinical development

30% Thrift Shop discount

Career growth through strategic plan

Job summary

Blue Ridge Care is hiring a Clinical Support Nurse (On Call) for full-time evening hospice care. You will respond to patient needs, perform nursing assessments, and deliver skilled care across the service area.

The role requires an active Virginia RN license, CPR, and the ability to travel. BSN is preferred; CHPN and hospice experience are advantageous. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort and dignity for patients and families.

Qualifications

• RN license in Virginia required or eligible for licensure.
• BSN preferred for nursing leadership and career advancement.
• Two+ years hospice, home health, ICU or critical care experience preferred.
• CHPN certification preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice regulations.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records.
• Ability to travel throughout the Blue Ridge Care territory.

Responsibilities

• Respond to evening calls from patients and families.
• Provide visits addressing urgent concerns and end-of-life needs.
• Deliver skilled nursing care per patient goals and orders.
• Assess patient conditions and provide clinical oversight with LPN support.
• Develop and update individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families on disease progression and care techniques.
• Coordinate equipment, supplies, and services for home care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for continuity of care.
• Assist with admissions, crisis visits, and after-hours hospice needs.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Independent work

Travel flexibility

Education

RN license (Virginia)

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Clinical Support Nurse (On Call)

Full-Time Opportunity

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus – Join Blue Ridge Care Today!

Your neighbors need you. Your nursing skills can change lives.

Join Blue Ridge Care and become a Future Maker, where your compassion and expertise bring comfort and dignity to every moment.

Our mission is simple and meaningful: Delivering extraordinary care to improve life's journey. We provide high-quality, compassionate hospice care for those navigating life's most profound transitions, supporting patients, families, and the community with heart, hope, and respect.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Clinical Support Nurse (On Call) to join our hospice team full-time.

This position is dedicated to providing evening hospice care and support, ensuring patients and families have access to clinical expertise during some of the most critical hours of the day. The schedule may consist of either 8-hour or 10-hour evening shifts and includes working every other weekend.

In this role, you will respond to patient and family needs, complete nursing assessments, provide direct hospice care, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care. You will serve as a trusted resource, helping patients remain comfortable and supported while guiding families through challenging situations.

This position travels throughout the entire Blue Ridge Care service area.

Schedule

• Full-time, evening shifts

• 8-hour or 10-hour shift options available

• Every other weekend required

• Eligible for applicable shift differentials

How You'll Make a Difference

• Respond to emergent calls from patients and families during evening hours.

• Provide visits to address urgent concerns, symptom changes, or end-of-life needs.

• Deliver skilled nursing care in accordance with patient goals and physician orders.

• Assess and evaluate patient conditions and provide clinical oversight when LPN support is involved.

• Develop, update, and implement individualized plans of care.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

• Support symptom management and patient comfort.

• Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, and care techniques.

• Provide emotional support and reassurance during difficult situations.

• Communicate significant changes in condition to physicians and obtain necessary orders.

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.

• Coordinate equipment, supplies, and services needed to support quality care in the home.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

• Assist with admissions, crisis visits, death visits, and other after-hours hospice needs as appropriate.

• Participate in continuing education, quality improvement activities, and team meetings.

What You'll Bring

• Current Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.

• Two or more years of hospice, home health, ICU, critical care, or related nursing experience preferred.

• CHPN certification preferred.

• Current CPR certification.

• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills.

• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid hospice regulations.

• Proficiency with electronic medical records.

• Ability to travel throughout the Blue Ridge Care territory.

• A calm, confident presence during urgent and emotionally challenging situations.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the broader care team.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Blue Ridge Care, caring for others begins with caring for you. We offer a supportive environment where your dedication is recognized, valued, and rewarded.

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus*

• Competitive pay with evening shift differentials

• Flexible full-time schedule with 8-hour or 10-hour evening shifts

• PTO and paid volunteer time

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities

• Peer support, mentorship, and clinical development

• 30% Thrift Shop discount

• Career growth through the Blue Ridge Care 2030 Strategic Plan

Sign-on bonus paid in installments over two years.

Blue Ridge Care is a nonprofit, equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all team members and the patients and families we serve.