Weekend Hospice RN - (only Saturdays 8am-8pm)

Lighthouse Hospice Care; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Program

401(k)

Job summary

Lighthouse Hospice Care is seeking a Weekend Hospice On Call Registered Nurse to provide after-hours and weekend nursing care in patients' homes, responding quickly to urgent needs and guiding symptom management at end of life.

You will perform assessments, administer medications, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, educate families, and document care in the EMR while maintaining compassionate support for patients and loved ones.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program (Diploma/Associate/Baccalaureate).
• Current RN license valid in state; valid driver's license.
• Hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call hospice nursing care in response to patient or family needs during assigned shift.
• Perform patient assessments, manage symptoms, and administer medications as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families on disease, end-of-life care, nutrition, and self-care.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interpersonal skills

Palliation care

English literacy

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

EMR

Job description

Weekend Hospice On Call Registered Nurse

Saturdays 8am-8pm, $43.00-$48.00 per hour BOE.

Job Summary

Primary functions are to administer nursing care for patients of all ages in their place of residence after hours and/or on weekends. The On Call Registered Nurse will be responsible for responding to urgent patient and family needs, managing symptom control, and providing support during end-of-life care. This role requires a timely response to calls, effective clinical assessment, and the ability to work independently.

Education

Graduate from an accredited Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.

Licensure

Current state license as a registered nurse (RN) and/or in accordance with the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for Nurse Licensure Compact. Current driver’s license.

Experience

Experience as a registered nurse in a clinical care setting. Hospice experience preferred.

Skills

Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills. Specialized skills preferred in palliation and end-of-life. Must read, write, and comprehend English.

Transportation

Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Environmental And Working Conditions

Works in patients’ homes and facilities in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Essential Functions

• Provide on-call hospice nursing care in response to patient or family needs during assigned shift.
• Perform patient assessments, manage symptoms, and administer medications as needed.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides, etc.) to ensure comprehensive care.
• Consults with and educate the patient and family regarding disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, nutrition, and dietary needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided using EMR.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the care team and recommend adjustments to the care plan.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Ensure that all interventions adhere to hospice philosophy, polices, and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain timely response to on-call duties, ensuring patient and family needs are met in a timely manner.
• Triage duties may be required for some employees in this role, depending on specific assignments and departmental needs.
• Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Informs physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s needs and outcomes of intervention, while evaluating patient and family response to care.
• Demonstrates commitment and professional growth and competency by participating in the Hospice sponsored in-service programs and maintaining or improving competency.
• Promotes the Hospice’s philosophy and administrative policies.
• Provides effective communication to patients, family, team members, and other health care professionals.
• Perform emergency admissions of new hospice patients as needed.

Benefits

Referral Program and 401(k)

Requirements

Physical and Mental Effort: Prolonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient and family individualized psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.