Weekend RN - Hospice

Good Samaritan; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan is seeking a Weekend RN to join our mission-driven team. This role provides weekend on-call coverage, conducts nursing assessments, and delivers direct patient care in home or facility settings within the New River Valley area.

The ideal candidate holds a Virginia RN license with hospice/home health experience, strong clinical judgment, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with current Virginia RN licensure.
• Experience in hospice, home health, med/surg, or geriatric nursing preferred.
• Ability to use EMR and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekend on-call coverage and respond to patient or caregiver calls and crises.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and complete admissions as needed.
• Make home or facility visits to address urgent patient care needs.
• Coordinate with attending physicians, staff, and other agencies for optimal care.
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, symptom management, and care plan.
• Collaborate with the IDT by reporting changes in patient status and concerns.
• Support RN Case Managers with after-hours visits to maintain continuity of care.
• Document all patient interactions, visits, and care in the EMR.
• Provide thorough shift reports to the IDT.

Skills

Virginia RN licensure

Hospice & home health experience

EMR documentation

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse degree

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Be a Vital Part of Our Mission-Driven Team!

At Good Samaritan, nursing is more than a job, it’s a commitment to care. As a non-profit, community-based healthcare organization, we rely on skilled nurses to provide compassionate, around-the-clock support to patients and families.

We’re seeking a Weekend RN who is not only clinically skilled but also adaptable, empathetic, and ready to respond to patient and caregiver needs the weekends.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy critical thinking and problem-solving, and want to make a direct impact on patient care, we’d love to meet you!

Why Join Good Samaritan?

• Mission-Driven Work – Deliver holistic, patient-centered care as part of a dedicated, non-profit organization.


• Collaborative & Supportive Team – Work closely with the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure seamless care for patients and families.


• Growth & Learning Opportunities – Gain experience across hospice, home health, and inpatient care, while building expertise in after-hours nursing and triage.


• A Role That Matters – Your work ensures patients have access to timely guidance, education, and support during critical times.

What You’ll Do

• Provide weekend on-call coverage and respond promptly to patient and caregiver phone calls, medical or emotional crises, and patient deaths


• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and complete admissions as needed


• Make home or facility visits to address urgent patient care needs and provide direct care when appropriate


• Communicate effectively with attending physicians, GSH staff, and other agencies to coordinate optimal patient care and resources


• Educate and support patients and families regarding hospice philosophy, disease progression, symptom management, stages of dying, and the plan of care


• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) by reporting changes in patient status and communicating important patient and caregiver concerns


• Assist RN Case Managers with scheduled after-hours visits and patient care needs to ensure continuity of care


• Complete timely and accurate documentation of all patient interactions, visits, assessments, and care provided in the electronic medical record


• Provide a thorough report to the Interdisciplinary Team following each shift


• Maintain clinical competencies and participate in required staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education

What We’re Looking For

• Clinical Expertise – Graduate of an accredited nursing program with current Virginia RN licensure


• Experience – Minimum 2 years in nursing, including hospice, home health, med/surg, acute care, or geriatric nursing


• Critical Thinking & Decision-Making – Strong judgment, problem-solving, and ability to handle complex patient situations


• Communication Skills – Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively with the IDT


• Technology Skills – Experience with EMR documentation and general computer applications


• Compassion & Professionalism – Provides patient-centered care with empathy, discretion, and integrity

Schedule

Weekend Coverage - Saturday - Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm - Opportunity for FT hours are available

Location

New River Valley Service Area

Starting Salary

$36/hour

This is the starting salary for the position. Compensation may vary within the established salary range based on relevant experience, education, licensure, certifications, and other qualifications.