RN On Call - 7 Days On, 7 Days Off

Gentiva; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle

7 Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Gentiva in Reading, PA seeks an On Call Hospice Registered Nurse to provide compassionate after-hours care, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. You will be the primary liaison for patients, families, and the hospice team, ensuring timely symptom management and care plan execution.

The ideal candidate has an active RN license in the state, 1+ year nursing experience, CPR certification, and valid driver’s license, with a patient-centered approach and EMR documentation skills.

Qualifications

• RN license in the state of employment
• 1+ years of nursing experience
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Excellent clinical judgment and empathy during urgent care situations
• Ability to document care and communicate with the hospice team electronically

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care after normal business hours
• Serve as primary liaison between patients, families, physicians and the hospice team during shifts
• Respond promptly to urgent calls and manage symptoms
• Assess patient and family needs to guide clinical decisions and care plans
• Collaborate with LPNs/LVNs, CNAs and other staff
• Document visits and communications accurately
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities
• Maintain continuity of care and coordinate with daytime team

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse – On Call RN – 7 Days On / 7 Days Off

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

As an On Call Hospice RN, you'll provide compassionate, high-quality hospice care by responding to after-hours patient and family needs. You'll ensure continuity of care during evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays—bringing comfort, guidance, and peace of mind when it's needed most.

Schedule

• 7 Days On / 7 Days Off
• On-call coverage for evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays during your scheduled week

This role is ideal for an experienced RN who values autonomy, meaningful patient connections, and a unique work schedule that offers an entire week off between rotations while making a lasting difference in the lives of patients and their families.

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)

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