RN - Hospice Registered Nurse - After Hours

Optimal Care; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

PTO—3 weeks minimum for FT

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA options

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Fraud Protection

Job summary

Optimal Care is seeking an experienced Hospice RN for after-hours coverage in the Lansing area. The role features a predictable 7-on/7-off night schedule from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m., with shifts starting from home and daily travel to patient locations within the service area.

The RN will deliver skilled hospice care, support patients and families, and collaborate with the medical team to ensure comfort and dignity at end of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program with an RN license.
• Current MI RN license and valid driver’s license required.
• At least 1 year RN experience in clinical care settings.
• Hospice RN experience preferred or after-hours/on-call exposure.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled hospice nursing care for patients in homes and facilities during night hours.
• Manage symptoms, deliver comfort measures, and support families during end-of-life care.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team overnight.
• Travel within Lansing service area and report to shifts from home when possible.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Documentation

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Hospice RN

After Hours - 7 Nights Off, 7 Nights On

Schedule

• Every other Monday to Sunday, 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. - on call for 7 nights, then off work for the next 7 nights
• Orientation will be on day shift

Location

• Main Service Area: LANSING AND SURROUNDING AREAS
• Office: Jackson, MI
• This position requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes. It will not be necessary to report to the home office daily.

About The Role

Provide compassionate, skilled hospice care while enjoying a truly predictable schedule that supports your life outside of work. As a Hospice After Hours Registered Nurse, you'll deliver expert nursing care and emotional support to patients and families during overnight hours, responding to urgent needs while helping ensure comfort, dignity, and peace at end of life. With a consistent schedule and the ability to begin and end each shift from home, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while maintaining balance and flexibility in your personal life.

This role is ideal for an experienced RN who thrives in autonomous practice and is confident making critical clinical decisions in real time. Working a 7-on / 7-off night rotation (5pm–8am), you'll provide symptom management, skilled nursing interventions, and compassionate support during some of the most important moments in a patient’s care journey. You'll collaborate closely with physicians, hospice leadership, and the interdisciplinary team while serving as a calm, knowledgeable presence for patients and families throughout the night. Your clinical expertise, independence, and commitment to hospice excellence will directly support exceptional end-of-life care and meaningful patient experiences.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing school: Associate's or Bachelor Degree in Nursing
• Current MI State License as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 1 year experience as an RN in a clinical care setting
• Minimum 1 year of experience working as a hospice RN
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospice or home health experience
• Previous after-hours or on-call experience

Essential Skills And Competencies

• Demonstrates clinical nursing competencies in accordance with accepted standards of practice
• Able to assess and respond appropriately to the physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of patients, families, and caregivers in a variety of care settings, including homes and facilities
• Exhibits strong interpersonal communication skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to support patients and families facing end-of-life issues
• Capable of managing multiple priorities, documentation requirements, and time-sensitive responsibilities efficiently

Pay Range

$80,000—$85,000 USD

How We Care For You

• Mileage Reimbursement
• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full Time
• Part Time/Per Diem also accrue Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

Optimal C are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third‑party administrator, the Michigan Long‑Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.