On-Call RN: 7 On / 7 Off Ankeny IA

St-Croix-Hospice-; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse On-Call to join our 24/7 care model in Ankeny, IA. You will provide skilled nursing visits during evenings, nights, and weekends and support after-hours admissions with autonomy and clinical leadership.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient connections, individualized care planning, and timely documentation. Schedule is 7 days on / 7 days off, with substantial sleep-shift hours and a focus on quality end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associates, Bachelors, or Masters).
• 1+ years of recent acute care experience required; hospice or home care experience preferred.
• Current RN license in state of practice and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Respond to triage calls and provide after-hours nursing visits for symptom management, admissions, and care plan updates.
• Develop and adjust individualized care plans based on evolving needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, offering education and support to patients and caregivers.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation of care, outcomes, and communication.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Triage calls handling

Autonomous practice

Education

RN License (State)

CPR Certification

Job description

At St. Croix Hospice, we believe in the power of compassionate care. Like the river that inspired our name and takes great skill to navigate, St. Croix Hospice guides patients and families through the end-of-life journey. We are committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for our patients, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort, and respect. If you're ready to be part of our deeply compassionate family of caregivers guiding extraordinary life experiences, we invite you to join our team, where your work truly matters.As a Registered Nurse On-Call, you are an essential part of our 24/7 care model. You’ll provide skilled, responsive care during evenings, nights, and weekends addressing urgent patient needs, completing after-hours admissions, and offering calm, confident guidance during critical moments. The 7 days on / 7 days off overnight schedule offers professional autonomy, work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a profound impact when it is needed most.If you're a compassionate Registered Nurse who values meaningful patient connections and autonomy in your practice, we’d love to meet you.Registered Nurse On-Call Requirements & Responsibilities:Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associates, Bachelors, or Masters)1+ years of recent acute care experience required; hospice or home care experience preferredCurrent RN license in state of practice and CPR certificationRespond to triage calls and provide after-hours nursing visits for symptom management, admissions, and care plan updatesDevelop and adjust individualized care plans based on evolving needsAdminister medications and treatments as prescribed, offering education and support to patients and caregiversMaintain timely and accurate clinical documentation of care, outcomes, and communicationMust have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insuranceBenefits & Schedule:Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off Monday-Thursday 5:00pm–8:00am and Friday 5 pm-Monday 8 AMHealth, dental, vision, and life insuranceCompany-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance401(k) with up to 4% company matchTuition reimbursement and professional development opportunitiesPaid time off and paid holidays