RN Weekend On Call

Gentiva; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Mileage Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking an After Hours Hospice RN to respond to patient needs during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, delivering compassionate care and peace of mind in patients' homes or facilities. This full-time role includes a Baylor weekend schedule with benefits and PTO.

You will report to the Administrator or Patient Care Manager, provide direct patient care after hours, coordinate with the hospice team, document visits, and participate in quality improvement programs while

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• 1+ years of nursing experience.
• Hospice heart: compassionate, calm, dependable.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Report to Administrator/Executive Director/Patient Care Manager Senior.
• Provide direct patient care after normal business hours.
• Serve as liaison between patients, families, physicians and the hospice team.
• Respond promptly to urgent calls, visits, and symptom needs.
• Evaluate patient/family needs and guide clinical decisions.
• Collaborate with LPNs/LVNs, CNAs and other staff.
• Document clinical visits and communications accurately.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement.

Skills

RN license

1+ years nursing

CPR certification

EMR experience

Compassionate demeanor

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

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

As an After Hours Hospice RN, you’ll respond to patient needs during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays—bringing peace of mind and compassionate care when it’s needed most. Full-time weekend Baylor schedule with benefits and PTO.

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)

Ready to Join a Team That Cares?

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