RN Hospice Oncall Nurse

UnitedHealth Group•Somersworth, NH

8d•$83,580 - $125,370

About The Position

Wentworth Hospice, Amedisys, part of LHC Group and the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Hospice On-Call Registered Nurse provides after-hours clinical support, triages patient needs, and coordinates care to promote continuity and quality outcomes. The role provides remote and field-based nursing support, assesses patient conditions, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address urgent and emergent needs. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. The employer describes a culture of caring, connecting, and growing, with direction and development opportunities. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Salary is $83,580 to $125,370 annually based on full-time employment and may vary according to factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Employment is contingent on passing a drug test.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state(s) of assignment.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Provide on-call nursing support, triage patient needs, and determine appropriate interventions.
Assess patient conditions by phone and/or in-person visits and escalate care as needed.
Coordinate with physicians, care teams, and caregivers to ensure timely and effective care delivery.
Educate patients and caregivers about symptom management and care plans.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and clinical decisions.