Registered Nurse (RN) Community Hospice Weekend Track

Weekend Track RN - Community Hospice Admissions Team The Community Hospice is seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Weekend Hospice Admissions Team. This rewarding role focuses primarily on admissions to our Hospice Home Care program, with cross‑training opportunities to support admissions across other levels of hospice care. Employment Type Full time Shift Weekend Shift Workdays only Every Saturday & Sunday 8a-8p No hours required during the week once trained. Eligible for Full‑Time Medical Benefits Why Join The Community Hospice? Meaningful Work – Make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families during their hospice journey. Build meaningful relationships while providing individualized, patient‑centered care. Comprehensive Training & Support – Thorough orientation program. Specialized training in end‑of‑life and hospice care. Dedicated preceptors and ongoing mentorship. Supportive team environment – focused on professional growth and success. Prioritizing Your Safety – Ensuring your safety is our top priority. From comprehensive training to providing necessary protective equipment, we’re committed to creating a secure environment for you as you deliver exceptional care in our clients’ homes. National pre‑taxed mileage reimbursement Meetings and charting conducted via supplied laptop Full benefits through St Peters Health partners What you will do The Hospice Admissions RN is responsible for evaluating and admitting patients to hospice services in the home setting while ensuring a smooth transition into care. This role combines clinical expertise, compassionate communication, and coordination with physicians, patients, families, and the hospice interdisciplinary team. Key Responsibilities Conduct hospice admissions for patients in their homes, averaging two home admissions per day. Collaborate with community physicians and Hospice Medical Directors to confirm hospice eligibility. Complete comprehensive assessments of patient and family needs. Initiate the plan of care, including coordination of medications, durable medical equipment, medical supplies, and interdisciplinary support services. Coordinate care with social workers, chaplains, volunteers, complementary therapists, home health aides, and other team members. Ensure a seamless handoff to the assigned Hospice Case Manager. Accurately document assessments, care plans, and admission‑related information. Service Area & Travel The Community Hospice’s corporate office is located at 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY, with satellite offices in Catskill and Saratoga Springs, NY. Admissions are completed throughout our eight‑county service area: Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Washington, Montgomery. Patient assignments are made with consideration for your geographic region whenever possible. What you will need Valid NYS RN license Associate’s degree in nursing; BSN preferred 1 year of RN experience required; at least 1 year experience as an RN working in homecare highly preferable Previous hospice experience preferred but NOT required Valid driver license in good standing and reliable vehicle Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to document clinical information concisely and accurately Strong computer proficiencyExcellent organizational and time‑management skills Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and peers Make a difference every day. If you are a compassionate RN who thrives in an autonomous role and is passionate about helping patients and families navigate their hospice journey with dignity and comfort, we encourage you to apply and become part of The Community Hospice team. SUPPORTED BY A HOSPICE RN SUPERVISOR in the office 8am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday and an OnCall RN Supervisor after hours, so assistance and guidance is only a phone call away! Weekend Track Rate $57.90 Experience Based (non‑weekend track) Pay Range $38.00 - $50.18 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Our Commitment Rooted in our mission and core values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Trinity Health