Night Shift Hospice RN - Impactful Overnight Care

Transitions Care; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Long & Short-Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Auto Allowance & Gas Card

Company provided equipment

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Transitions Hospice in Springfield, IL seeks an experienced Night Nurse to provide critical overnight nursing care. You will assess, treat, and communicate patient needs with clinical confidence and compassion.

Deliver nursing care across the full spectrum, document outcomes, and coordinate with the care team and partners to maintain safety and continuity. The role requires an active RN license, hospital- or hospice-based experience, and the ability to work independently during night hours.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of employment.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Clinical experience in hospice, home health, or related setting preferred.
• Comfort and composure working independently during overnight hours.
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment in high-pressure moments.
• Calm, reassuring presence for patients and families at night.
• Excellent documentation habits and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and local travel willingness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care across the full nursing process within scope.
• Conduct thorough patient and family assessments and contribute to care plans.
• Complete all visit types to meet overnight patient and family needs.
• Administrating medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Record clinical notes including pain and symptom management outcomes.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and obtain orders.
• Coordinate with community health partners to support continuity of care.
• Ensure equipment and services are in place for patients.

Skills

Active RN license

Excellent documentation

Independent work

Strong communication

Willingness to travel locally

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Job description

Transitions Hospice in Springfield, IL seeks an experienced Night Nurse to provide critical overnight nursing care. You will assess, treat, and communicate patient needs with clinical confidence and compassion.

Deliver nursing care across the full spectrum, document outcomes, and coordinate with the care team and partners to maintain safety and continuity. The role requires an active RN license, hospital- or hospice-based experience, and the ability to work independently during night hours.