Registered Nurse On Call

Gentiva; Lafayette (IN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

7 Paid Holidays

Job summary

SouthernCare in Lafayette, IN is looking for an After Hours Hospice RN to respond to patient needs during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, ensuring compassionate care when it’s needed most.

You’ll work 7on-7off, report to the Administrator or Patient Care Manager, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage plans of care and symptom control in patients’ homes or facilities.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Indiana or eligible to obtain.
• 1+ year of nursing experience, hospice or home health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care after hours and weekends.
• Serve as primary liaison among patients, families, physicians, and the hospice team.
• Respond promptly to urgent calls and symptom management needs.
• Document visits and communications accurately.
• Collaborate with LPNs/LVNs and CNAs to coordinate care.

Skills

Nursing experience

Compassionate demeanor

CPR certification

Reliable transportation

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Overview

Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Deliver Compassionate Care After Hours.

As an After Hours Hospice RN, you’ll respond to patient needs during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays—bringing peace of mind and compassionate care when it’s needed most.

7on-7off schedule - After hours only

What You'll Do as a Hospice RN – After Hours / On-Call:

• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager Senior

• Provide direct patient care and support after normal business hours

• Serve as the primary liaison between patients, families, physicians, and the hospice team during your shift

• Respond promptly and compassionately to urgent calls, patient visits, and symptom management needs

• Evaluate patient and family needs to guide clinical decisions and implement the plan of care

• Support and collaborate with an interdisciplinary group including LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, and other support staff

• Accurately document clinical visits and communications

• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement programs

• Work independently while ensuring continuity of care and coordination with the daytime care team

About You

Experience - What you'll bring:

• Current RN license in the state of requested employment (or eligibility to obtain)

• 1+ years of nursing experience

• A hospice heart: compassionate, calm, and dependable in urgent care situations

• Excellent clinical judgment and the ability to provide support in emotionally intense settings

• Comfortable providing care in patients’ homes, facilities, or wherever they reside

• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation

• Current CPR certification

Preferred Experience (Not Required):

• 1+ years of hospice, home health, oncology, or palliative care experience

• Familiarity with symptom management, triage, and after-hours home-based care

• Prior experience in on-call or overnight nursing roles

• Strong documentation and electronic medical records (EMR) skills

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• National & Local Recognition Programs

• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Ready to Join a Team That Cares?

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position

• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

• We are proud to be an EEO employer

• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Category: Registered Nurses

Position Type: Full-Time

Company: SouthernCare