Registered Nurse - Hospice - On Call

Registered Nurse - Hospice - On Call

Hammond, Louisiana, United States

VitalCaring – Deliver Care That Brings Comfort and Dignity

On Call Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice

Field-Based | Patient & Family-Centered | End-of-Life Care

Thursday–Sunday | After Hours & Weekend Coverage

At VitalCaring, we don't just provide care - we walk alongside patients and families during life's most meaningful moments.

As a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) – On Call, you serve as a trusted clinical presence during evenings, weekends, holidays, and urgent moments when patients and families need support most. This is a role for a nurse who thrives in an autonomous, field-based environment and is called to deliver compassionate guidance, rapid clinical decision-making, and exceptional end-of-life care outside of traditional business hours.

Why Join VitalCaring?

• Meaningful, one-on-one patient support during the moments families need it most

• Focused schedule – dedicated Thursday–Sunday coverage with clear ownership and continuity

• Autonomy with support – make independent clinical decisions backed by an experienced interdisciplinary team

• Opportunity to create calm and confidence during urgent and emotional situations

• Strong partnership with branch teams, physicians, facilities, CareXM, and interdisciplinary partners

• A purpose-driven culture grounded in compassion, respect, and excellence

Role Overview

As a Hospice RN – On Call at VitalCaring, you are more than an after-hours nurse - you are the clinical decision-maker, care coordinator, and reassuring voice patients and families depend on outside of standard operating hours.

You'll triage patient needs, provide telephonic support, complete urgent visits when clinically appropriate, and coordinate seamless care transitions across the hospice team.

Through each interaction, you'll bring clinical expertise, responsiveness, empathy, and comfort to ensure patients receive timely, personalized care aligned with their goals and wishes.

What You'll Do

Deliver Responsive After-Hours Hospice Care

• Respond to patient and caregiver calls with urgency, compassion, and clinical expertise

• Assess symptoms and patient needs telephonically and determine appropriate interventions

• Perform in-home visits as clinically indicated to support comfort and symptom management

• Deliver skilled nursing interventions focused on maintaining quality of life and reducing avoidable hospital utilization

Coordinate Urgent Patient Care

• Serve as the after-hours clinical liaison across patients, caregivers, branch teams, and providers

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to address emergent care needs

• Monitor and respond to patient alerts and care requests through CareXM and internal systems

• Communicate timely handoffs and summaries of after-hours activity to branch leadership

Support Patients & Families

• Provide education, reassurance, and emotional support during vulnerable moments

• Help families navigate changing patient conditions with clarity and empathy

• Build trust through calm communication and responsive follow-up

• Ensure patients and caregivers feel supported, informed, and connected to their care team

Drive Quality & Documentation Excellence

• Maintain timely, accurate EMR documentation and same-day completion standards

• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, company policies, and HIPAA requirements

• Participate in ongoing education and maintain knowledge of hospice best practices

• Utilize technology and communication platforms to support continuity of care

What You Bring

• Active RN license in state of practice (compact eligibility preferred where applicable)

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Current CPR certification

• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience required

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to independently manage urgent patient needs

• Excellent communication and de-escalation skills in emotionally sensitive situations

• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining close team coordination

• Basic EMR and Microsoft Office proficiency

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

What Sets You Apart

• Hospice experience strongly preferred

• Minimum 3 years of hospice nursing experience preferred

• Experience with after-hours, triage, on-call, home health, or field-based care

• Strong symptom management and end-of-life clinical skills

• Experience coordinating care across interdisciplinary teams

• Proficiency with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

• Ability to remain calm, organized, and compassionate in urgent situations

What to Expect

• Combination of telephonic triage and field-based patient visits

• Coverage focused on Thursday through Sunday schedules

• High autonomy with strong clinical and operational support

• Fast-paced, meaningful work centered on comfort, dignity, and responsive care

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact during some of life's most important moments

Benefits That Support You

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Pharmacy benefits

Virtual care and mental health support

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Supplemental health and life insurance

Financial & Protection

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.