On Call Registered Nurse - Hospice

The Care Team Hospice Care; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Career Path Program with advancement/c

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement andCertification

Mileage Reimbursement

401(k) with Company Match

Total Rewards Package

Job summary

The Care Team Hospice Care is seeking an On-Call Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing support for hospice patients in homes and facilities. This role offers after-hours and weekend coverage with a mix of scheduled visits and on-call responsiveness, primarily remote when not in the field.

You will assess patient conditions, manage symptoms, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, and educate patients and families about medications and end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of practice required.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience.
• Experience with EMR; Homecare Homebase (HCHB) experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, symptom management and critical thinking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize urgent patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Respond to after-hours and weekend patient, family, and caregiver needs with timely nursing assessments and interventions.
• Perform on-call visits to assess changes in patient condition, manage symptoms, and adjust care plans.
• Coordinate care with physicians, caregivers, pharmacies, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on medications, symptom management, and end-of-life care.
• Facilitate admissions, deaths, and urgent clinical situations per hospice policies.
• Document assessments and care coordination in the EMR accurately and timely.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care addressing physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.

Skills

RN license

Nursing experience

EMR experience

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Job description

On-Call Registered Nurse - Weekday or Weekend- We are flexible to your schedule!After-hours support. Mostly remote. Critical impact.Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing comfort, support, and responsive end-of-life care when patients and families need it most. As a On-Call Registered Nurse, you will provide skilled nursing support, symptom management, and crisis intervention to hospice patients receiving care in homes and facilities. This role offers a unique blend of independence, flexibility, and meaningful patient impact while working closely with an experienced interdisciplinary team.Schedule, Hours & TerritoryWe are open to weekend or weekday on-callCombination of scheduled patient visits and on-call responsibilitiesPrimarily remote when not actively responding to patient needs in the fieldWho We AreAt The Care Team Hospice, we are a mission-driven, patient-centered provider dedicated to delivering compassionate end-of-life care. Our goal is to be the most trusted partner in hospice, supporting patients and their families with comfort, dignity, and respect during life's most important moments.We offer a supportive, growth-focused environment along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus Wellness ProgramsCareer Path Program with opportunities for advancement and increased compensationGenerous Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement and Certification AssistanceMileage Reimbursement401(k) with Company MatchAdditional Voluntary CoverageGreat Total Rewards Package!!Key ResponsibilitiesRespond to after-hours and weekend patient, family, and caregiver needs by providing timely nursing assessments, interventions, and clinical support.Perform on-call visits to assess changes in patient condition, manage symptoms, and implement appropriate care plans.Coordinate care with physicians, caregivers, pharmacies, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.Provide education and guidance to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medications, symptom management, and end-of-life care.Facilitate admissions, deaths, and other urgent clinical situations in accordance with hospice policies and regulatory requirements.Complete accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and care coordination activities in the EMR.Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting the physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of patients and families.QualificationsActive Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required.Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required; hospice, home health, oncology, palliative care, or critical care experience preferred.Strong clinical assessment, symptom management, and critical thinking skills.Ability to work independently, prioritize urgent patient needs, and make sound clinical decisions in the field.Experience with electronic medical records (EMR); Homecare Homebase (HCHB) experience preferred.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively support patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance required.