On-Call RN

Houston Hospice; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical & dental insurance

Supplemental insurance

PTO

Team environment

Descripción de la vacante

Houston Hospice is seeking an on-call Registered Nurse to provide compassionate care during evening and overnight hours in patients' homes around Houston. You will respond to after-hours calls, assess symptoms, and coordinate with the care team.

The role requires Texas RN license and BLS, comfort with independent work, and travel. We offer a mission-driven environment with comprehensive benefits and support for professional development.

Formación

• RN license in Texas required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond to changing patient needs.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patients' homes.
• Hospice, palliative care, home health, or hospital nursing experience preferred.
• EMR experience preferred.
• New to hospice? Orientation may be available.

Responsabilidades

• Respond to after-hours calls with clinical guidance and support.
• Conduct in-home nursing visits to assess needs and manage symptoms.
• Educate patients and caregivers on end-of-life care.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• Document assessments and updates in the electronic medical record.

Conocimientos

RN license

BLS certification

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Independence

Travel to patients' homes

Educación

Nursing degree (RN)

Descripción del empleo

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On-Call RN

Admissions Professional Houston, TX, US

Salary Range: $45.00 To $50.00 Annually

Available Shifts:

Evening: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Overnight: 1:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Be the Comfort They Need, When They Need It Most.

At Houston Hospice, compassionate care doesn't stop when the sun goes down. We're looking for dedicated and compassionateOn-Call Registered Nurses to provide exceptional care and support to patients and families during evening and overnight hours.

Whether it's managing symptoms, responding to an urgent need, or offering reassurance during a difficult moment, you'll make a meaningful difference when it matters most.

What You'll Do

Respond to after-hours patient and family calls, providing clinical guidance, reassurance, and support.

Conduct in-home nursing visits to assess patient needs, manage symptoms, and provide comfort-focused care.

Educate and support patients and caregivers through changes in condition and end-of-life needs.

Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.

Document assessments, interventions, and patient updates accurately in the electronic medical record.

What We're Looking For

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current Texas RN license.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

Ability to work independently and respond confidently to changing patient needs.

Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patients' homes.

Hospice, palliative care, home health, or hospital nursing experience preferred.

Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

New to hospice? Additional orientation may be available for qualified nurses transitioning into hospice care.

We value the people who care for our patients and offer a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance, including:

Medical and dental insurance

Supplemental insurance options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

A supportive, mission-driven team environment

Benefits are subject to eligibility based on employment status and plan provisions.

Why Houston Hospice?

As a nonprofit organization, we're committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting the professionals who make our mission possible.

Your expertise brings comfort. Your compassion makes a difference.

Houston Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.