Hospice On-Call RN-$10k sign on

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Mt Carmel Hospice in Columbus, OH is seeking an On-Call Registered Nurse to provide skilled end-of-life care. This full-time role covers 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM on a 7-on/7-off rotation, addressing after-hours patient needs and coordinating with the hospice team.

Applicants must hold an Ohio RN license and CPR certification; hospice, home health, oncology, critical care, ER, or med-surg experience is preferred. Travel throughout the greater Columbus market is required to deliver compassionate,

Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Hospice, home health, oncology, critical care, ER, or med-surg nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout the greater Columbus market.
• On-call rotations are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and evaluate changes in condition.
• Provide symptom management and end-of-life nursing care.
• Respond to after-hours, weekend, and holiday patient needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians, hospice leadership, facilities, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Complete admissions, routine visits, crisis visits, GIP, and CC visits as assigned.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding disease progression, medications, and comfort measures.
• Ensure accurate and timely EMR documentation and compliance with hospice regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assess patient condition

Care planning

Communication

Autonomous decision-making

Travel ability

Education

Ohio RN license

CPR certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift:

Description:

Mt Carmel Hospice -Columbus, OH, $10,000 sign on bonus

On Call RN staffing support (7 on and 7 off) to provide dedicated nursing support coverage from 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM, seven days per week.

The Hospice On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled end-of-life nursing care to hospice patients throughout the Columbus, Ohio service area. Utilizing clinical judgment and critical thinking skills, the RN assesses patient and family needs, develops and implements individualized plans of care, manages symptom control, and coordinates services with the interdisciplinary hospice team. The On-Call RN responds to urgent patient concerns, performs visits as needed, provides caregiver education and support, and ensures timely documentation while promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients facing life-limiting illnesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and evaluate changes in condition.


• Provide symptom management and end-of-life nursing care.


• Respond to after-hours, weekend, and holiday patient needs.


• Coordinate care with physicians, hospice leadership, facilities, and interdisciplinary team members.


• Complete admissions, routine visits, crisis visits, General Inpatient (GIP), and Continuous Care (CC) visits as assigned.


• Educate patients and caregivers regarding disease progression, medications, and comfort measures.


• Ensure accurate and timely EMR documentation and compliance with hospice regulations.


• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN license.


• Current CPR certification.


• Hospice, home health, oncology, critical care, ER, or med-surg nursing experience preferred.


• Strong assessment, communication, and autonomous decision-making skills.


• Ability to travel throughout the greater Columbus market and participate in on-call rotations.

mental and Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, stands, and walks (35% of time)

Ideal Candidate

A compassionate, patient-focused RN who thrives independently, manages urgent clinical situations effectively, and is committed to delivering exceptional hospice care and support to patients and families during the end-of-life journey.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.