Hospice RN On-Call
About The Position
James River Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice RN for an on-call role serving Lynchburg, Virginia, and surrounding counties. The nurse provides intermittent hospice case management for assigned patients in their residences and coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to support an optimal patient-care experience. The schedule runs from Friday at 5:00 PM through Monday at 8:00 AM, with travel to Lynchburg as needed. The role includes assessing patients and families, developing and revising care plans, coordinating clinical support, assisting with pain management, monitoring and reporting changes in patient condition, obtaining physician orders, and participating in on-call duties. Candidates must be licensed to practice nursing in Virginia, have at least one year of hospice experience, and have a valid driver's license and reliable car available during work hours.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- At least one year of hospice experience.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
- Valid driver's license and a reliable car available for use during work hours.
- Willingness to travel to Lynchburg as needed.
Responsibilities
- Complete an initial assessment of the patient and family to determine hospice needs.
- Develop a care plan with goals based on nursing diagnosis and palliative nursing actions.
- Coordinate care among the clinical team supporting the patient, and supervise LPNs and hospice aides who may support patients.
- Spend quality time with patients to assist with pain management and provide support.
- Modify and re-evaluate the plan of care when necessary.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms and changes in the patient's condition.
- Obtain and receive physician orders as required.
- Participate in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $75,000–$85,000.
- Generous car and travel allowances.
- Company-paid cell phone and tablet.
- Flexible schedules.
- Time-off package of 21 days: 15 PTO days and 6 paid holidays, accruing from day one, with PTO increases each year based on longevity.
- Competitively priced health plan, vision insurance, and dental insurance, partially employer paid.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance with up to $50,000 in coverage.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Proactive Health Management Wellness Program (PHMP).
- CPR recertification paid by the company.
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Job Type
Full-time
