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 – Saturday and Sunday, 8am-8pm. No hours required during the week once trained. Why Join The Community Hospice? Meaningful Work – Make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families during their hospice journey. 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 – Comprehensive training and protective equipment to create a secure environment for home‑care delivery. 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 evaluates and admits patients to hospice services in the home setting, ensuring a smooth transition into care. The 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. At least one year of RN experience; at least one year in home‑care RN work highly preferable. Previous hospice experience preferred but not required. Valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable vehicle. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to document clinical information concisely and accurately. Strong computer proficiency. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills. Effective communication with patients, physicians, and peers. Compensation Weekend Track Rate: $57.90 per hour. Experience‑based (non‑weekend track) Pay Range: $38.00 – $50.18 per hour. 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 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 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. We are an 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 St. Peter's Health Partners