Full Time Hospice Registered Nurse RN On-Call
About The Position
Halcyon Home is hiring a Hospice RN On-Call to support its growing geriatric hospice population in Austin, Texas, and surrounding areas. The role follows a 7 days on, 7 days off schedule and is essential to delivering compassionate end-of-life care, coordinating care plans, and assisting in urgent situations. The Hospice RN assesses patients’ needs, prioritizes care, and provides clinical guidance over the phone. The position also supports Home Health and Home Care and requires strong communication and critical-thinking skills, along with a deep understanding of hospice principles. Halcyon Home is a fast-growing, Central Texas-owned home health, hospice, and home care company. The company emphasizes hospitality and compassion to encourage positive outcomes for its aging clients. It reports having been voted Best in Home Health/Hospice four years running and Best in Home Care three years running by the Senior Resource Guide, and describes itself as a Great Place to Work.
Requirements
- Current RN license in good standing with the state nursing board.
- At least 2 years of hospice, palliative care, or acute care experience.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Ability to work independently with empathy and professionalism in high-stress and emotionally sensitive situations.
- Reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Prior triage experience.
- HomeCare HomeBase experience.
- Experience in a related field and a desire to learn about home healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough triage assessments of patient symptoms, needs, and care requirements.
- Provide symptom-management guidance, support, and education to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Coordinate with on-call hospice team members, including nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, to facilitate timely care.
- Ensure appropriate follow-up care and documentation, maintaining detailed and accurate records in the patient care system.
- Offer emotional support and resources to patients and families as they navigate end-of-life care.
- Evaluate the urgency of care needs and escalate cases when appropriate.
- Communicate with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs and update care plans.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Five weeks of paid time off
- Nine paid holidays per year
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Team support
- Education and training opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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