Hospice Nurse, Hospice After Hours

About This Role

This night-shift role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to hospice patients, including assessments, care plan development, and emotional support for patients and their families. It is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering exceptional care after hours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care in alignment with regulatory requirements and the Case Management Recipe
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation, ensure care plans reflect current patient status, and communicate effectively with the care team to coordinate optimal use of resources, especially in complex or high-risk situations
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and caregivers based on individual needs
• Actively participate in on-call rotations, admissions, and care transitions as directed
• If serving as a Care Manager, coordinate all aspects of patient care including scheduling, medication management, plan of care oversight, IDG collaboration, and supervision of LPNs, LVNs, and Hospice Aides; participate in IDG meetings and patient/family conferences
• If serving in an On-Call capacity, respond to triage calls, perform visits and assessments, coordinate care with the Administrator On Call, and may attend IDG meetings and family conferences; also participate in training, committees, and other duties as assigned within licensure scope

Requirements

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the applicable state
• Associate degree preferred
• CPR certification is recommended (required for direct patient care in Georgia)
• Prior experience in hospice, home health, medical-surgical, or population-specific nursing such as geriatrics or pediatrics
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation
• Reliable transportation, valid driver
• State-required liability auto insurance
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Regular physical activity, including lifting patients over 200 lbs with assistance
• Transporting supplies and equipment up to 20 lbs for distances of 500 feet
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, stooping, and reaching

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)