On-Call Hospice Registered Nurse

Role Summary: Provide after-hours hospice nursing care by responding to urgent patient needs. Conduct patient assessments, manage symptoms, and ensure comfort-focused care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and determine appropriate nursing interventions.
• Manage pain and other symptoms in coordination with the care plan.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Educate and support families and caregivers with hospice-related care needs.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient status to maintain continuity and quality of care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered nurse with hospice and/or end-of-life care experience.
• Strong clinical assessment and symptom management skills.
• Effective communication and compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Ability to coordinate with providers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in accurate, timely clinical documentation.