RN, On-Call Registered Nurse Hospice

VitalCaring Group; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

FSA & HSA

Referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking an On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) for weekend coverage Thursday through Sunday in Metairie and Covington, LA. You will lead patient-centered care, manage symptoms, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to uphold comfort and dignity at end-of-life.

Ideal candidates hold an active RN license (or compact eligibility), with at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to work independently in home-based settings.

Qualifications

• Active RN license or compact eligibility.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and compassionate care approach.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Excellent communication skills in sensitive situations.
• Basic EMR proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the plan of care and manage symptoms for Hospice patients.
• Coordinate care across the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and participate in care planning.

Skills

RN license

Compact eligibility

Caseload management

Clinical judgment

Communication

EMR proficiency

Driver's license

Education

Nursing degree from accredited program

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Job description

VitalCaring – Deliver Care That Brings Comfort and Dignity

On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice (Thursday - Sunday)

Field-Based | Patient & Family-Centered | End-of-Life Care

At VitalCaring, we don’t just provide care - we walk alongside patients and families during life’s most meaningful moments. As a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) , you play a vital role in delivering comfort, dignity, and compassionate support at the end of life. This is a role for a nurse who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment and is called to make a lasting impact through presence, empathy, and clinical excellence. This position is for weekend on-call, Thursday - Sunday serving Metairie and Covington, LA.

Why Join VitalCaring?

• Meaningful, one-on-one patient care focused on comfort and quality of life
• Autonomy with support – manage your caseload with a collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Make a lasting impact on patients and families during life’s most important moments
• Strong team partnership with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aides
• A purpose-driven culture grounded in compassion, respect, and excellence

Role Overview

As a Hospice RN at VitalCaring, you are more than a nurse - you are the clinical leader, advocate, and steady guide for your patients and their families.

You’ll lead the plan of care, manage symptoms, and ensure every patient receives personalized, comfort-focused care aligned with their goals and wishes. Through each visit, you bring not only clinical expertise, but also reassurance, clarity, and compassion.

What You’ll Do

Lead Patient-Centered Hospice Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments
• Develop and manage individualized, comfort-focused care plansDeliver skilled nursing care with a focus on pain and symptom management

Serve as the Care Coordinator

• Act as case manager, coordinating care across the interdisciplinary team
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aides
• Monitor patient condition and adjust care plans to maintain comfort

Support Patients & Families

• Provide education, emotional support, and guidance throughout the journey
• Help families navigate complex decisions with empathy and clarity
• Build meaningful, trusting relationships in deeply personal moments

Drive Quality & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation
• Participate in IDT meetings and care planning
• Support quality and compliance standards

What You Bring

• Active RN license (or compact eligibility)
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience
• Strong clinical judgment and compassionate care approach
• Ability to manage a caseload independently
• Excellent communication skills in sensitive situations
• Basic EMR proficiency
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

What Sets You Apart

• Experience in hospice, palliative care, or home health
• Strong pain and symptom management skills
• Case management and interdisciplinary care experience
• Ability to quickly build trust with patients and families
• Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

What to Expect

• Field-based care in homes, facilities, and community settings
• High autonomy with strong team support
• A role centered on dignity, comfort, and quality of life
• A fast-paced, emotionally meaningful environment

Benefits That Support You

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Virtual care and mental health support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Supplemental health and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee referral program
• Prepaid legal services
• Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

• Generous paid time off
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job‑related qualifications, skills, and business needs.