After Hours Registered Nurse

Bristol Hospice; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) & HSA

Mileage Reimbursement

Advanced Training Programs

Mission-Driven Culture

Job summary

Bristol Hospice in State College, PA is seeking compassionate Registered Nurses to serve as Warriors of the Night, providing end-of-life care during evenings, nights, and weekends. This full-time role offers autonomy and the opportunity to be a lifeline for patients and families in critical after-hours moments.

The home office serves a 60 mile radius from State College; schedule is 7 days on/7 days off (5pm–8am).

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with knowledge of hospice, telephone triage preferred.
• Must have current licensure in good standing with the state.
• Must understand hospice philosophy and needs of the terminally ill.
• Must be flexible in work hours.
• Must show aptitude in data entry and standard software.
• Must be able to travel throughout the Bristol Hospice service area.

Responsibilities

• Will perform after hours and weekend visits and admissions as needed.
• Direct calls to appropriate staff or handle urgent issues per scope of practice.
• Dispatch field staff to patient residences in a timely manner.
• Refill prescriptions, order supplies and DME, assist coordination for patients/families.
• Document calls and outcomes in the call management system.
• Receive start-of-shift and provide end-of-shift reports per location workflow.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Hospice knowledge

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bristol Hospice - State College, PA 16801

Position Type: FT

Salary: $85,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Schedule: 7 days on/7 days off (5pm - 8am)

Territory: 60 Mile Radius from State College Office

At Bristol Hospice, we’re looking for compassionate and courageous Registered Nurses to serve as our Warriors of the Night — the calm in the storm and the trusted presence for patients and families during critical after-hours moments. If you thrive in autonomy, respond with urgency and empathy, and are ready to be a lifeline for those in need during evenings, nights, and weekends — we see you. And we need you.

Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visit bristolhospice.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Our Culture

• Integrity: We are honest and professional.
• Trust: We count on each other.
• Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.
• Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
• Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.

Responsibilities

• Will perform after hours and weekend visits and admissions as needed.
• Follow up on phone calls by either directing the phone call to the DPCS, RN Clinical Supervisor/Manager or RN Case Manager and/or taking care of the need immediately per scope of practice.
• Dispatch field nurses and other appropriate staff to patient’s residence in a timely manner.
• Re-fill prescriptions, order supplies and DME, and assist in any other coordination needed by the patients and families.
• Document calls, conversations and outcomes of call-in software system.
• Receive start-of-shift report and give end-of-shift report in accordance with the location workflow.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse with knowledge of hospice, telephone triage preferred.
• Must have a current licensure in good standing with the state.
• Must understand the philosophy of hospice concept and understand needs of the terminally ill.
• Must be flexible in work hours.
• Must show aptitude of computer data entry and the use of current software systems, such as word processing, spreadsheets and projects.
• Must possess the ability to deal with stressful situations, as well as grieving families.
• Must demonstrate nursing skills per competency checklist.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to maintain comprehensive working knowledge regarding information systems and applicable software programs.
• Must have ability to travel throughout the Bristol Hospice Service Area.
• Must be able to lift heavy items on a frequent basis, must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance and must be able to spend a prolonged amount of time standing, walking, bending and stretching.

Perks

• Tuition Reimbursement – We invest in your continued growth.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays – Because your well-being matters.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & more.
• 401(k) & HSA – Plan for your future with confidence.
• Mileage Reimbursement – For applicable travel and visits.
• Advanced Training Programs – Elevate your skills, expand your impact.
• A Mission-Driven Culture – Be part of a passionate, purpose‑filled team providing the highest standard of end‑of‑life care.

Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!

EEOC Statement

Bristol Hospice is an equal‑opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.