Hospice Afterhours LVN/RN (per diem)

Anchor Health; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Supportive leadership

Meaningful work

Job summary

Anchor Health is seeking an After-Hours Hospice LVN/RN to provide skilled nursing care after 5:00 PM, during evenings, nights, and weekends in Vacaville, CA. You will work independently while maintaining close communication with the team to support individualized care plans.

Responsibilities include symptom management, emotional support for patients and families, and timely documentation. A valid RN or LVN license and a driver’s license are required; a reliable vehicle is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN or LVN license in good standing required.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred or a willingness to learn in hospice care.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills for after-hours care.

Responsibilities

• Respond to after-hours calls and urgent care needs.
• Perform skilled nursing assessments and symptom management.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and families during evenings and nights.
• Update and implement patient plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Communicate patient condition changes to physicians and care staff.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation and adhere to hospice standards.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Communication

Problem-solving

Independence

Education

RN or LVN license

Job description

Be there when patients and families need you most.

Are you a compassionate, confident nurse who excels in independent decision-making and calm support during evenings and nights?

Anchor Health is seeking an After-Hours Hospice LVN/ RN to provide skilled, on-call nursing care outside of standard business hours.

At Anchor Health, we believe our nurses are the heart of hospice care. We foster a supportive, appreciative workplace where your expertise, judgment, and compassion are truly valued.

Position Overview

The After-Hours Hospice LVN/RN provides professional nursing care to hospice patients during evenings, nights, and weekends. This role ensures continuity of care, symptom management, and emotional support for patients and families after 5:00 PM.

The nurse works independently while maintaining close communication with the interdisciplinary team, physicians, and leadership to support individualized plans of care.

Schedule

• 5pm-8am
• Weekends and holidays as assigned
• On-call/after-hours coverage

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to after-hours patient calls and urgent care needs
• Perform skilled nursing assessments and symptom management
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and families
• Implement and update patient plans of care as neededCommunicate patient condition changes to the interdisciplinary team
• Collaborate with physicians and caregivers regarding patient needs
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Uphold hospice philosophy, policies, and regulatory standards

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current RN or LVN license in good standing
• Hospice or home health experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Compassionate presence in emotionally sensitive situations
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable, insured vehicle in good working condition (per state and organizational requirements)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Meaningful, patient-centered work
• A culture that values and respects nurses