RN - On-Call Registered Nurse

Ovation Hospice-posted about 8 hours ago
Mid Level
Denver, CO
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The On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) plans, coordinates, and provides compassionate hospice care in accordance with each patient’s individualized plan of care. This position serves as a critical link between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life at every stage.

  • Coordinate hospice care in collaboration with team members, patients, and families.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of hospice services for patients and families on an ongoing basis.
  • Perform nursing assessments, evaluations, and informational visits as needed.
  • Utilize the nursing process to provide professional, compassionate care.
  • Consult with attending physicians and the Hospice Medical Director regarding patient condition changes and care plan updates.
  • Triage all after-hours calls accurately and promptly based on patient and family needs.
  • Ensure timely visits following contact with the after-hours nurse or on-call administrator.
  • Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and contracted services to coordinate patient care.
  • Maintain complete, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
  • Keep patient care plans current and reflective of ongoing needs.
  • Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) activities.
  • Educate patients and families on the dying process, plan of care, and healthcare decisions.
  • Provide dietary counseling appropriate to the patient’s condition and stage of life.
  • Perform death visits and participate in discharge planning per organizational policy.
  • Maintain current knowledge of drug therapy, hospice protocols, and applicable regulations.
  • Supervise and evaluate Hospice Aide performance every 14 days or as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards, including Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice (no exceptions).
  • Minimum 1 year of RN experience (hospice experience preferred).
  • Excellent assessment, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Knowledge of case management processes and hospice regulations.
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable insured automobile, and good driving record.
  • Ability to administer medications, perform medication reconciliation, and carry out all nursing procedures within state scope of practice.
  • Demonstrated competence in all required clinical skills prior to patient care.
  • hospice experience preferred
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