Hospice RN On-Call

UnitedHealth Group•US, NC, Bolivia, NC

12d•$71,640 - $107,460

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Hospice RN On-Call provides after-hours clinical support, triages patient needs, and coordinates care to maintain continuity and quality outcomes. The role includes remote and field-based nursing support, patient assessments, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to address urgent and emergent needs. The schedule alternates weekends (every other weekend) and weeknights. The position is salaried, with mileage. Benefits begin on the first of the month after hire. The role offers development opportunities and is part of an organization focused on personalized care and an inclusive workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state(s) assigned.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
At least 1 year of nursing experience; hospice, home health, or acute care experience is preferred.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hospice, home health, or acute care.

Responsibilities

Provide on-call nursing support, triage patient needs, and determine appropriate interventions.
Assess patient conditions by phone and/or in person and escalate care as needed.
Coordinate with physicians, care teams, and caregivers to support 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.