On-Call Registered Nurse. Job in Coushatta Gecko Jobs
Gentiva Hospice · Coushatta, LA
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FULL-TIME
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Job Description
Overview: Lead with Heart. Be the Difference. Deliver Compassionate Care After Hours.
As an On-Call Hospice RN, you'll bring peace of mind and compassionate care to patients and their families during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, responding to their needs when it's most critical.
Key Responsibilities:
• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Senior Patient Care Manager.
• Provide expert direct patient care and support during after-hours shifts.
• Act as the primary liaison among patients, families, physicians, and the hospice team during your shift.
• Respond promptly and compassionately to urgent calls and patient visits, particularly for symptom management.
• Assess patient and family needs to inform clinical decisions and implement effective plans of care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, and other support staff.
• Document clinical visits and communications accurately and comprehensively.
• Engage in quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
• Work independently while maintaining continuity of care in coordination with day staff.
Essential Functions:
• Ensure the highest quality of care is documented per the Plan of Care.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Help devise and implement the Hospice Plan of Care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families about care needs, including medication management and care of the terminally ill.
• Work with the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
• Maintain close communication with families to provide support and information, ensuring continuity of care.
• Document medical records diligently, including interdisciplinary notes and assessments.
• Maintain a high level of awareness of patient conditions and report changes to relevant physicians.
• Practice infection control measures and uphold standard precautions.
• Participate in monthly supervisory visits with team members and monitor staff scheduling.
• Stay informed in pain management and symptom control for end-of-life care.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in quality improvement programs.
• Complete ongoing training and uphold the company's core values.
About You:
• Hold a current RN license in your state of employment.
• Possess 1+ years of nursing experience.
• Have a compassionate approach, remaining calm and dependable in urgent care situations.
• Exhibit excellent clinical judgment and the ability to support others in emotionally charged environments.
• Be comfortable providing care in patients’ homes, facilities, or wherever they reside.
• Hold a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Maintain current CPR certification.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
• 1+ years of hospice, home health, oncology, or palliative care experience.
• Familiarity with symptom management, triage, and after-hours care.
• Previous experience in on-call or overnight nursing roles.
• Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).
What We Offer:
• Competitive Pay and benefits.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• National & Local Recognition Programs.
• Teammate Assistance Fund.
Full-Time Benefits Include:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program.
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays.
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care).
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN).
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC).
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today to bring comfort, skill, and reassurance to patients and families when it matters most—after hours.
This is a safety-sensitive position. Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace.
Location: Gentiva Hospice
About Our Company: At Gentiva, we provide compassionate care in the comfort of our patients' homes. We are a national leader in hospice, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management with nearly 600 locations across 38 states. Join a dedicated team that values kindness and recognizes inspiring achievements.
As an On-Call Hospice RN, you'll bring peace of mind and compassionate care to patients and their families during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, responding to their needs when it's most critical.
Key Responsibilities:
• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Senior Patient Care Manager.
• Provide expert direct patient care and support during after-hours shifts.
• Act as the primary liaison among patients, families, physicians, and the hospice team during your shift.
• Respond promptly and compassionately to urgent calls and patient visits, particularly for symptom management.
• Assess patient and family needs to inform clinical decisions and implement effective plans of care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, and other support staff.
• Document clinical visits and communications accurately and comprehensively.
• Engage in quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
• Work independently while maintaining continuity of care in coordination with day staff.
Essential Functions:
• Ensure the highest quality of care is documented per the Plan of Care.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Help devise and implement the Hospice Plan of Care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families about care needs, including medication management and care of the terminally ill.
• Work with the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
• Maintain close communication with families to provide support and information, ensuring continuity of care.
• Document medical records diligently, including interdisciplinary notes and assessments.
• Maintain a high level of awareness of patient conditions and report changes to relevant physicians.
• Practice infection control measures and uphold standard precautions.
• Participate in monthly supervisory visits with team members and monitor staff scheduling.
• Stay informed in pain management and symptom control for end-of-life care.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in quality improvement programs.
• Complete ongoing training and uphold the company's core values.
About You:
• Hold a current RN license in your state of employment.
• Possess 1+ years of nursing experience.
• Have a compassionate approach, remaining calm and dependable in urgent care situations.
• Exhibit excellent clinical judgment and the ability to support others in emotionally charged environments.
• Be comfortable providing care in patients’ homes, facilities, or wherever they reside.
• Hold a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Maintain current CPR certification.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
• 1+ years of hospice, home health, oncology, or palliative care experience.
• Familiarity with symptom management, triage, and after-hours care.
• Previous experience in on-call or overnight nursing roles.
• Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).
What We Offer:
• Competitive Pay and benefits.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• National & Local Recognition Programs.
• Teammate Assistance Fund.
Full-Time Benefits Include:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program.
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays.
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care).
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN).
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC).
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today to bring comfort, skill, and reassurance to patients and families when it matters most—after hours.
This is a safety-sensitive position. Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace.
Location: Gentiva Hospice
About Our Company: At Gentiva, we provide compassionate care in the comfort of our patients' homes. We are a national leader in hospice, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management with nearly 600 locations across 38 states. Join a dedicated team that values kindness and recognizes inspiring achievements.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Additional Details
- City
- Coushatta
- State
- Louisiana
- Country
- US
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