RN On Call PT

Big Bend Hospice; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Big Bend Hospice is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) On-Call (Part-Time) to provide after-hours nursing support within our eight-county service area. You will perform assessments, triage, educate families, and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires Florida RN licensure (or Multistate Compact), 3+ years of nursing experience, and hospice/palliative care experience is preferred. Strong communication and EMR skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active Florida RN License is required.
• CHPN certification preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Experience in hospice/palliative care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide after-hours nursing support, assessment, and telephone triage.
• Respond to patient and family concerns with compassion and clinical expertise.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Assist with symptom management, medication concerns, and urgent patient needs.
• Complete accurate and timely EMR documentation.
• Educate patients and families on disease progression and comfort-focused care.

Skills

RN license

Multistate Compact License

Hospice/palliative care experience

Clinical triage

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Education

Active Florida RN License

Multistate Compact License

BSN degree

CHPN certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) On-Call (Part-Time) Make a Difference When Patients Need It MostAt Big Bend Hospice, our RN On-Call team provides comfort, guidance, and expert nursing support during some of life's most important moments. As a PT RN On-Call, you'll serve as a trusted clinical resource for patients, families, caregivers, and staff throughout our eight-county service area during evenings, weekends, holidays, and urgent situations.This is more than a nursing role; it's an opportunity to bring peace of mind, compassionate care, and clinical excellence when patients and families need it most. ️ What You'll Do Provide after-hours nursing support, assessment, and telephone triage Respond to patient and family concerns with compassion and clinical expertise Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members Assist with symptom management, medication concerns, and urgent patient needs Complete accurate and timely EMR documentation Educate patients, caregivers, and families on disease progression and comfort-focused care Support quality hospice care through collaboration, communication, and sound clinical judgment Serve as a valuable clinical resource for patients, families, and fellow team members Why Big Bend Hospice? Meaningful work that impacts patients and families every day A role that combines clinical expertise with compassionate support Supportive interdisciplinary team environment Continuing education and professional development opportunities The opportunity to provide comfort, dignity, and peace during life's most challenging moments️ Join Our TeamIf you're passionate about hospice care and thrive in a role that combines clinical judgment, compassion, and meaningful patient connections, we'd love to hear from you.Become the calming voice, trusted resource, and compassionate caregiver our patients and families depend on when it matters most. Schedule: Two 12-hour shifts per week. Any night or 12 hours during the day on weekend days. What We're Looking ForWe're seeking a compassionate, dependable, and clinically confident nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about providing exceptional end-of-life care. Active Florida RN License (or Multistate Compact License) Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience Hospice and/or Palliative Care experience required Strong clinical assessment, triage, and decision-making skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Experience with EMR documentation systems Valid Florida driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance Preferred:BSN degreeCHPN certificationHome Health or Hospice experienceAfter-hours triage experience What Makes You Successful in This Role? Compassionate and patient-focused Confident in making clinical decisions independently Strong telephone triage and assessment skills Excellent communicator and team collaborator Calm under pressure during urgent situations Organized and detail-oriented Comfortable with technology and EMR systems Professional, trustworthy, and committed to confidentiality