RN, On Call Registered Nurse Hospice (Thursday - Monday)

vitalcaringgroup; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Job summary

VitalCaring seeks a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to lead patient-centered hospice care in home and community settings. You will assess, develop comfort-focused plans, and coordinate skilled nursing visits with empathy and clinical excellence.

This field-based role offers high autonomy with team support, on-call weekend schedule (Thu–Mon) in Metairie/Covington, LA area, requiring hospice experience and ability to manage a caseload while communicating compassionately with patients and families.

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.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Patient-Centered Hospice Care: conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments; develop and manage individualized, comfort-focused care plans; deliver skilled nursing care with 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 plan for comfort.
• Support Patients & Families: provide education, emotional support, and guidance; help families navigate decisions with empathy; build trusting relationships.
• Drive Quality & Compliance: maintain accurate documentation; participate in IDT meetings and care planning; support standards.

Skills

Active RN license

Clinical nursing experience

Caseload management

Excellent communication

EMR proficiency

CPR certification

Driver's license

Compassionate care

Nursing leadership

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Job description

VitalCaring - Deliver Care That Brings Comfort and Dignity

Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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 role is for weekend On-call serving Thursday - Monday, covering the Metairie/Covington, LA area. Must be Hospice experienced.

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 plans
• Deliver 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
• Current CPR certification
• 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

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Pharmacy benefits
• Virtual care and mental health support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Supplemental health and life insurance

Financial & Protection

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee referral program
• Prepaid legal services
• Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

• Generous paid time off
• Pet insurance
• 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.