On Call Hospice Nurse RN SLC

Dignity-Home-Health-and-Hospice; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Dignity Home Health & Hospice is seeking an On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) to provide after-hours clinical support to patients and families across Utah County. This part-time, on-call role emphasizes independent nursing assessments, timely care, and collaboration with the care team.

The RN will assess patients, coordinate care, document thoroughly, and respond to after-hours needs in homes and facilities. Utah RN license, CPR, and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of home health and/or hospice nursing experience preferred.
• Strong assessment skills with sound clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Calm, dependable, professional approach for urgent or unfamiliar situations.
• Compassion and respect for patients and families.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with electronic medical records and healthcare technology.
• Reliable transportation for travel throughout the service area.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient needs outside regular hours via telephone triage and in-person visits.
• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments in homes, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities.
• Provide clinical guidance, education, reassurance, and support to patients, families, caregivers, and staff.
• Complete admissions during after-hours when necessary.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Home health nursing

Hospice nursing

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Education

RN license

Job description

On Call Hospice Nurse RN SLC

Dignity Home Health and Hospice South Jordan, Utah, United States

About this position

On-Call Registered Nurse (RN)

Dignity Home Health & Hospice
Utah County, UT
Part-Time | On-Call

Make a Difference When Patients Need You Most

Dignity Home Health & Hospice is growing, and we're seeking a dependable, compassionate On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) to provide clinical support to patients and their families outside of regular business hours.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced nurse who is comfortable working independently, confident making clinical decisions, and passionate about delivering compassionate, patient-focused care. You'll also have the support of a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional care.

• Employment Type: Part-Time, On-Call
• Service Area: Multiple locations throughout Utah County
• On-Call Schedule: Friday at 5:00 p.m. through Monday at 7:55 a.m.
• Or: Monday - Monday, or partial days as needed

About the Role

As an On-Call RN, you will serve as an important after-hours clinical resource for patients, families, caregivers, and facility staff. You'll provide assessment, education, guidance, and hands-on nursing care during scheduled evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Your ability to respond calmly and professionally will help ensure patients receive consistent, timely care whenever they need assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to patient needs outside of regular business hours through telephone triage and in-person visits as appropriate.
• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments in a variety of care environments, including private homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities.
• Provide clinical guidance, education, reassurance, and support to patients, families, caregivers, and facility staff.
• Complete admissions during after-hours when necessary.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure continuity, coordination, and consistency of patient care.

What We're Looking For

• 1 year of home health and/or hospice nursing experience preferred .
• Strong patient assessment skills and the ability to apply sound clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• A dependable, calm, and professional approach when handling urgent, unexpected, or unfamiliar situations.
• Genuine compassion and respect for patients and their families.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort using electronic medical records and other healthcare technology.
• Reliable transportation for travel throughout the service area.

Required Licensure & Certifications

• Current Utah Registered Nurse (RN) license - required
• Current CPR certification - required
• Valid Utah driver's license and current automobile insurance - required

Areas of Care

• Hospice
• Home Health
• Geriatrics