Weekend On-Call Hospice RN: Compassionate Care

Amedisys; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 84,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth included

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Medical plan options (PPO/HSA)

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking an RN for weekend on-call hospice coverage, responding to after-hours calls and, when needed, conducting in-person assessments and visits to support patients at home. The role ensures timely nursing care and coordination with the care team.

Responsibilities include nursing assessment, updating care plans, communicating patient progress, and educating families. Competitive salary from $84,000 to $87,000 plus mileage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current RN license valid for the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial nursing assessment on new admissions.
• Completes, coordinates and revises the total plan of care and maintains continuity of patient care by collaborating with appropriate staff.
• Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager, physician and care team.
• Develops, prepares, and maintains individualized patient care progress records with accuracy, timeliness and according to care center policies.
• Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Educates families on patient condition, needs and care.
• Makes referrals to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or documents rationale for not doing so.
• Performs on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing experience

CPR Certification

Job description

Amedisys is seeking an RN for weekend on-call hospice coverage, responding to after-hours calls and, when needed, conducting in-person assessments and visits to support patients at home. The role ensures timely nursing care and coordination with the care team.

Responsibilities include nursing assessment, updating care plans, communicating patient progress, and educating families. Competitive salary from $84,000 to $87,000 plus mileage and comprehensive benefits.