Hospice On-Call RN: Weekend Coverage & Care Coordination

ATEX Healthcare Home Health and Hospice; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ATEX Healthcare Home Health and Hospice is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide patient‑centered home health services in the Corpus Christi area. You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop and manage care plans, and coordinate with physicians and staff to ensure high‑quality, safe patient care.

The role requires a current RN license, CPR certification, and at least two years of home health or public health experience.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum 2 years in home health/public health
• Ability to work with clinicians, develop home plan of care, understand third‑party reimbursement, negotiate payment rates
• Self-directed with minimal supervision
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication
• Must be a licensed driver with insured vehicle
• Ability to perform duties with or without accommodations

Responsibilities

• Assumes case management for individual patients/families with comprehensive physical assessment
• Pain assessment and management and symptom control for terminal illness
• Weekend on‑call visiting staff nurse
• Complete documentation timeliness (assessments, care plans, notes)
• Provide weekend coverage; assist during nursing absenteeism
• Report to Patient Care Coordinator and work under attending physician
• Monitor medications for interactions and adverse effects
• Conduct full medical history, family support, home enviro and safety checks
• Coordinate and manage nursing services: records, supplies, infection control, care plans, scheduling, training
• Communicate with BM and staff to review issues and share feedback
• Maintain regulatory compliance and participate in staff meetings
• Adhere to company policies and perform other duties

Skills

Observation skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Self-direction

Driver’s license

Education

RN license (state)

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Job description

ATEX Healthcare Home Health and Hospice is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide patient‑centered home health services in the Corpus Christi area. You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop and manage care plans, and coordinate with physicians and staff to ensure high‑quality, safe patient care.

The role requires a current RN license, CPR certification, and at least two years of home health or public health experience.