Registered Nurse (RN) - On-Call Community Hospice - Per Diem

Trinity Health • Albany, NY

1d • $38 - $50 • Remote

About The Position

The Community Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated per diem Registered Nurse (RN) to join our After-Hours Hospice Care Team. In this rewarding role, you will provide critical nursing care and support to hospice patients and families in their homes and nursing facilities in the Capital/Saratoga region during evening, overnight, or weekend hours. This position offers meaningful work where you can make a difference when patients and families need support the most. You will provide expert symptom management, comfort-focused care, and compassionate end-of-life support, helping patients remain comfortable and supported in their preferred care setting. The organization provides a comprehensive training and support system, including a thorough orientation program, specialized training in hospice and end-of-life care, dedicated preceptors, and ongoing mentorship within a supportive interdisciplinary team environment. You will collaborate alongside physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides, complementary therapists, and volunteers to provide exceptional patient-centered care. National pre-taxed mileage reimbursement is provided, and meetings and charting are conducted via a supplied laptop. The organization prioritizes safety through comprehensive training and provision of necessary protective equipment.

Requirements

• Valid NYS RN license required.
• 1-2 years previous RN experience required.
• Ability to learn/use an electronic medical record
• Clean Driver's License and reliable vehicle
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, physicians and coworkers

Nice To Haves

• homecare and/or Hospice experience preferred.
• Hospice experience is preferred but not required. We welcome RNs who are passionate about providing compassionate care and are eager to learn

Responsibilities

• Provide after-hours nursing visits to hospice patients in home and facility settings
• Assess and manage symptoms, addressing urgent patient and family needs.
• Provide education, guidance, and emotional support to patients and caregivers.
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary hospice team.
• Communicate changes in patient condition and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Benefits

• National pre-taxed mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive Training & Support
• Thorough orientation program
• Specialized training in hospice and end-of-life care
• Dedicated preceptors and ongoing mentorship
• Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
• Meetings and charting conducted via supplied lap top
• Prioritizing Your Safety: Ensuring your safety is our top priority. From comprehensive training to providing necessary protective equipment, we're committed to creating a secure environment for you as you deliver exceptional care in our clients' homes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level