RN On Call – 7 On / 7 Off

Good Shepherd Hospice; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

5 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join as an On-Call RN, covering OKC/Norman/Hinton and surrounding communities on a 7-on/7-off schedule. You will provide after-hours nursing care, support hospice patients and families, and collaborate with a dedicated care team to uphold comfort and quality of life.

The role offers flexibility and autonomy with strong clinical judgment requirements and a commitment to compassionate end-of-life care within a team that

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while being part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care focused on comfort and quality of life.
• Respond to patient and family needs during after-hours and weekends.
• Coordinate with physicians, hospice staff, and care teams.
• Educate patients and caregivers on medications, safety, and end-of-life planning.
• Document care and changes in condition per Medicare requirements.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Education

RN license

Job description

Overview

Make a Difference When It Matters Most

Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as an On-Call RN working a 7-on/7-off schedule covering OKC/Norman/Hinton and surrounding communities.

In this role, you will provide skilled nursing support to hospice patients and their families during after-hours periods, helping ensure they receive compassionate, timely care when they need it most.

This position is ideal for an RN who values flexibility, autonomy, strong clinical judgment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for patients and families at the end of life.

Schedule:

7 Days On / 7 Days Off: Thursday-Wednesday

During your on-call week:

• Weekday Shift: Monday–Thursday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 AM
  • Provides after-hours coverage and serves as backup support to overnight nurses.
• Weekend Shift: Friday 5:00 PM – Monday 8:00 AM
  • Provides weekend after-hours coverage.

During your off week, you are completely off call.

Responsibilities

• Receive patient assignments from the Patient Care Manager or Case Manager.
• Provide nursing assessment, planning, and care focused on patient comfort and quality of life.
• Respond to patient and family needs during after-hours and weekend coverage.
• Communicate with attending physicians, hospice staff, and other healthcare agencies to coordinate appropriate care.
• Maintain regular communication with patients, families, and the attending physician regarding changes in condition and care needs.
• Assess physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may affect the patient and family.
• Update patient records accurately and timely in accordance with Medicare requirements and Good Shepherd Hospice policies.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding medications, side effects, personal care, mobility, safety, and preparing for end-of-life events.
• Provide compassionate support to patients and families at the time of death.
• Communicate unusual or potentially concerning patient/family situations to the Patient Care Manager or triage team.
• Participate in hospice team meetings and patient conferences as needed.
• Continue developing knowledge of hospice philosophy and pain management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where care is provided.
  • Hospice experience preferred.
  • Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
  • Excellent organizational and self-management skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the hospice philosophy of care.
  • High level of integrity and ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to successfully pass required background checks.

Why Join Good Shepherd Hospice?

• • 7 days on / 7 days off schedule
  • 5 weeks of paid time off
  • Mileage reimbursement