Hospice RN After Hours Nurse (Weekends)

AccentCare; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with match

FSA/HSA

Job summary

AccentCare in San Diego County is seeking an RN for weekend on-call hospice nursing. This full-time role covers Friday 5pm–8am, Saturday 8pm–8am, Sunday 8pm–8am, serving as the on-call admission RN.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, coordinate with IDG, educate patients and families, and ensure timely documentation. Lifting patients and equipment is required; proficiency with EMR and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in the applicable state is required; associate degree preferred.
• CPR certification is recommended; required for direct patient care in Georgia.
• Experience in hospice, home health, medical-surgical, geriatrics or pediatrics.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation; reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; proficient in MS Office and EMR; teamwork within IDG.
• Ability to lift patients and move equipment; frequent standing/walking.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive nursing assessments and collaborates with patients, families, physicians, and the IDG to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
• Maintains timely documentation and coordinates care with resources, especially in complex or high-risk situations.
• Provides education and emotional support to patients and caregivers; participates in on-call rotations, admissions, and care transitions.
• If Care Manager, coordinates all aspects of patient care including scheduling, medication management, plan of care oversight, and IDG meetings.
• If On-Call, responds to triage calls, performs visits and assessments, coordinates care with the Administrator On Call, and may attend IDG meetings.

Skills

RN licensure

CPR recommended

hospice/home health experience

medical-surgical experience

geriatrics/pediatrics experience

on-call availability

team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EMR systems

Job description

RN After Hours On Call Hospice Nurse (Weekends)

Position Type: Full-Time

Coverage Area: San Diego County

Pay: $ 55 - $60 / hour + mileage, based on experience

Schedule: Fri 5pm-8am, Sat 8pm-8am, Sun 8pm-8am

What You Need to Know

Reimagining Your Career in Hospice

Caring for others is more than what you do - it's who you are.At AccentCare, you'll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You'll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care.

We're proud to be named one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2025by Newsweek - a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we're building together.

Be the Best Hospice After Hours Admission RN You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the applicable state is required, with an associate degree preferred. CPR certification is recommended (required for direct patient care in Georgia), along with prior experience in hospice, home health, medical-surgical, or population-specific nursing such as geriatrics or pediatrics.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and maintain reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and state-required liability auto insurance.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems. The ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team is required.
• This role involves regular physical activity, including lifting patients over 200 lbs with assistance, transporting supplies and equipment up to 20 lbs for distances of 500 feet, and frequent standing, walking, sitting, stooping, and reaching.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts comprehensive nursing assessments and collaborates with patients, families, physicians, and the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care in alignment with regulatory requirements and the Case Management Recipe.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation, ensures care plans reflect current patient status, and communicates effectively with the care team to coordinate optimal use of resources, especially in complex or high‑risk situations.
• Provides education and emotional support to patients and caregivers based on individual needs, and actively participates in on‑call rotations, admissions, and care transitions as directed.
• If serving as a Care Manager, coordinates all aspects of patient care including scheduling, medication management, plan of care oversight, IDG collaboration, and supervision of LPNs, LVNs, and Hospice Aides; participates in IDG meetings and patient/family conferences.
• If serving in an On-Call capacity, responds to triage calls, performs visits and assessments, coordinates care with the Administrator On Call, and may attend IDG meetings and family conferences; also participates in training, committees, and other duties as assigned within licensure scope.

Our Investment in You

Caring for others starts with caring for you. We're committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares - for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.