Weekend Hospice RN On-Call: Compassionate Care & Growth

Ascend Health; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) retirement

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Career growth

Clinical leadership support

Job summary

Autumn Hospice in Massachusetts is seeking an RN On-Call Nurse to provide compassionate hospice care during weekend shifts. You will assess patients, respond to needs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

This weekend role offers a starting salary of $93,600, mileage reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits. Join a supportive team committed to dignity, comfort, and family-centered care in the local community.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing is required.
• Current state RN license required.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred.
• Strong documentation and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospice nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Perform on-call visits and respond to patient needs during assigned weekend shifts.
• Assess and manage pain and symptoms while providing compassionate end-of-life care.
• Collaborate with physicians, the Medical Director, interdisciplinary team members, and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.
• Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments to determine hospice eligibility and care needs.
• Regularly re-evaluate patients and update individualized care plans.
• Initiate appropriate preventive and palliative nursing interventions.
• Educate and support patients and families throughout the hospice journey.
• Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the physician and care team.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with company policies and Medicare regulations.
• Administer medications in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Coordinate durable medical equipment and other patient care needs.
• Complete comprehensive death documentation when appropriate.
• Participate in weekend on-call coverage as assigned.

Skills

Documentation skills

Assessment skills

Independent work

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Local travel

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Autumn Hospice in Massachusetts is seeking an RN On-Call Nurse to provide compassionate hospice care during weekend shifts. You will assess patients, respond to needs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

This weekend role offers a starting salary of $93,600, mileage reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits. Join a supportive team committed to dignity, comfort, and family-centered care in the local community.