Hospice On Call Nurse

Serenity Hospice Care LLC; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospice care provider as an On-Call RN, providing vital support to patients and families in Wilkes-Barre. Enjoy a balanced schedule of 7 days on, 7 days off, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, along with ongoing professional development opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision

Paid mileage and company cell phone

Extensive orientation and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage urgent situations.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Triage patient and family calls during after-hours.
• Conduct in-person visits as necessary.
• Perform death pronouncements and facilitate after-hours admissions.

Skills

Compassion

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania

Job description

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Hospice On-Call RN (7 Days On / 7 Days Off)

Wyoming Valley PA Region - Lackawanna & Luzerne Counties

Join a Supportive Team | Competitive Salary + Full Benefits

Serenity Hospice is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our on-call team serving patients and families in WIlkes Barre / Scranton PA area covering Lackawanna & Luzerne Counties. This is a 7 days on / 7 days off schedule, providing a great work-life balance while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Serenity Hospice is a growing and exciting company to work for, offering dynamic career growth opportunities and an innovative, supportive culture. We are dedicated to compassionate care and continuous improvement, making our organization an exceptional place for motivated professionals.

Position Overview

As an On-Call Hospice RN, you will be the clinical point of contact for our patients and families during after-hours. You’ll triage incoming calls, conduct in-person visits when needed, manage symptoms, perform death pronouncements, and occasionally handle after-hours admissions. You’ll be supported by a compassionate team and work in a culture that values teamwork, communication, and dignity at the end of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to patient and family calls during after-hours.
• Triage calls to determine appropriate level of care needed.
• Conduct in-person visits as necessary for symptom management or support.
• Perform death pronouncements and provide compassionate support to families.
• Facilitate after-hours hospice admissions when appropriate.
• Document timely and accurately using our EMR.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership and clinical backup.
• Paid mileage and company cell phone.
• Extensive orientation and ongoing professional development.
  
  

Requirements

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Minimum 1 year of hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage urgent situations with calm and compassion.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Must be able to commit to a 7 on / 7 off rotating schedule (nights, weekends, holidays).
  
  

Ready to make a difference in your nursing career?

Join Serenity Hospice and help deliver comfort, dignity, and peace when it matters most.

Apply today to become part of our exceptional hospice team.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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