On-Call Hospice RN: Part-Time with Stipend & Mileage Reimb, Weekends

Athena Health Care Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Benefits package

Weekly pay

401(k) with employer match

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts in Berkshire County seeks an On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse for a part-time role. You will respond to on-call messages, perform patient assessments, provide skilled nursing care, supervise CNAs, and support families.

A stipend of $175 per day plus mileage reimbursement is offered. The position requires active MA RN license and CPR, with 1–2 years hospice or acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current and active RN license in Massachusetts; CPR certification.
• 1–2 years of experience in acute care, home care, or hospice preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to on-call messages, providing recommendations and visits as needed.
• Complete comprehensive patient and family assessments to determine hospice eligibility and needs.
• Provide skilled nursing care and education to patients and loved ones.
• Document clinical notes regarding patient condition and care.
• Supervise hospice CNAs.
• Teach self-care techniques to patients and families.
• Provide emotional support and bereavement support to patients and families.
• Initiate and revise plans of care as patient status changes.
• Assess and evaluate patient status for quality care improvements.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Math skills

English proficiency

Education

Accredited nursing program

Massachusetts RN license

Job description

Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts in Berkshire County seeks an On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse for a part-time role. You will respond to on-call messages, perform patient assessments, provide skilled nursing care, supervise CNAs, and support families.

A stipend of $175 per day plus mileage reimbursement is offered. The position requires active MA RN license and CPR, with 1–2 years hospice or acute care experience preferred.