RN/LPN-After Hours Nurse - 4:30p-5:00a

Hospice of the Western Reserve; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Technology package

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Hospice of the Western Reserve seeks an On-Call Nurse for skilled nursing support in patients' homes after hours. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, managing pain, and providing emotional support.

The ideal candidate is an RN or LPN licensed in Ohio, with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. Benefits include a total rewards package with health, dental, vision, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Licensed RN or LPN in the state of Ohio.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient.
• Provide intermittent skilled nursing services under the physician’s direction.
• Monitor and evaluate pain and symptoms; assist in management.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Experience in pain and symptom management

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Licensed RN or LPN in Ohio

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reserve Care, formerly Hospice of the Western Reserve, is seeking an On‑Call Nurse to provide skilled nursing support in patients’ homes after hours. The role involves assessing patient and family needs, managing pain and symptoms, liaising with physicians, and providing emotional support and education.

What You Will Do

• Assess physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the patient and family (RN only).
• Gather data related to patient and family’s physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs (LPN).
• Provide intermittent skilled nursing services under the patient’s physician’s direction.
• Monitor and evaluate pain and symptoms; provide assistance to manage those problems.
• Serve as a liaison to the patient’s physician(s) when needed, providing relevant information.
• Provide emotional support to the patient and family.
• Refer patients and/or family members to other services when appropriate.
• Provide instruction (health care teaching) to the patient and family regarding care at home.
• Make visits to patient’s residence at the time of death.
• Complete all required documentation promptly.
• Communicate confidentiality and dignity in all interactions.
• Relay pertinent information to appropriate team members.
• Participate in team meetings as initiated by the team leader.
• Attend mandatory or elective RC University events, trainings, or in‑services as necessary.
• Participate in triage coverage as needed (RN).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Success Capabilities (Qualifications)

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Licensed RN or LPN in the state of Ohio.
• Experience in pain and symptom management, oncology, or mental health preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care to all age groups.
• Capability to handle stressful and changing conditions and make timely professional decisions.
• Able to access patients and families in any residential or public setting in any weather condition.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), shared team files, donor database, grant portals, and virtual meeting technology.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and acceptable auto insurance as required by HWR or its insurer.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extensive periods of time.
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination to provide nursing care and operate equipment.
• Capability to exert up to 75 lbs of force occasionally and 50 lbs frequently with proper transfer techniques.
• Ability to stoop, squat, or bend frequently.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
• Possibility of exposure to environmental elements, infectious materials, chemicals, and adverse weather conditions.

Benefits and Compensation

• Total Rewards Package: Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision, voluntary benefits, and corporate discounts.
• Tuition assistance.
• Exempt role.
• Technology package.
• Well‑being protocols during COVID‑19.

Conditions of Employment

• Compliance with Annual Flu Shot Policy or provision of exemption documentation.
• Proof of valid auto insurance coverage in Ohio.
• Active driver’s license.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.

NOTE: The responsibilities described may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons. This description does not imply that these are the only duties performed by the employee in this position.

Reserve Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.