Registered Nurse (RN) On Call

Community Healthcare of Texas • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Community Healthcare of Texas provides Hospice and Palliative Care Services to patients with serious and terminal illnesses throughout North Central Texas. The On-Call RN provides emergency support and skilled visits to patients during non-standard work hours. The role supports hospice patients outside of office hours through phone communication and skilled visits as indicated, providing a sense of security, symptom management, and emotional support. The RN may also evaluate whether hospice care is appropriate and admit patients.

The schedule is 7 days on and 7 days off, Monday through Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., or 24-hour coverage from 8:00 a.m. Saturday to 8:00 a.m. Monday. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Texas.
• Valid driver’s license and dependable means of transportation.
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience.
• At least 6 months of experience in an on-call role.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Crisis management experience strongly preferred.
• 1 year of Hospice or Home Health experience strongly preferred.
• Microsoft Office suite experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make emergency on-call visits and implement the nursing care plan using appropriate skills, knowledge, and judgment.
• Document care appropriately to meet Medicare conditions of participation.
• Provide quality care through symptom management and emotional support.
• Participate in weekly team conferences by contributing necessary information and documentation.
• Provide support to hospice patients during non-office hours through phone communication and skilled visits as indicated.
• Maintain attendance, dependability, and professional appearance with minimal supervision.
• Manage interpersonal relationships, communicate effectively, and demonstrate professional development.
• Use, store, and care for equipment; follow safe work habits; and respond appropriately in crises.
• May evaluate appropriateness for hospice care and admit patients.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive pay.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed