Impactful Nights: On-Call Hospice RN

VNA Health Group; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VNA Health Group in Essex County, NJ seeks an On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) for night shifts to provide after-hours hospice care and support to patients and families. The role emphasizes compassionate, end-of-life care following hospice best practices and strong collaboration with the care team.

The ideal candidate holds a current NJ RN license with 1–2 years in hospice or palliative care and must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Current NJ RN license required.
• 1–2 years hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Ability to work night shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to hospice patients during after-hours.
• Respond promptly to patient calls and perform on-site visits as needed.
• Assess and manage pain and other symptoms for comfort.
• Offer guidance and emotional support to families.
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary hospice team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care and communication.

Skills

Assessment skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

NJ RN license

Job description

VNA Health Group in Essex County, NJ seeks an On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) for night shifts to provide after-hours hospice care and support to patients and families. The role emphasizes compassionate, end-of-life care following hospice best practices and strong collaboration with the care team.

The ideal candidate holds a current NJ RN license with 1–2 years in hospice or palliative care and must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.