Registered Nurse RN / Hospice After Hours

Transitions Hospice - Illinois • Bloomington, IL

1d • $80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Transitions Hospice is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide hospice care during overnight hours across Bloomington, Pontiac, Streator, Seneca, Ottawa, LaSalle Peru, Dwight, Marseilles, and surrounding areas. The schedule is 8 PM–8 AM, with alternating four-day and three-day weeks and weekends in rotation. The salary range is $80,000–$90,000 a year.

The Night Nurse provides overnight support as a member of the interdisciplinary care team, assessing and treating patient needs and communicating with patients, families, physicians, and community health partners. The role calls for clinical confidence, sound judgment, and a compassionate, reassuring presence for patients and families, including when working independently during overnight hours.

Requirements

• Active RN license in the state of employment.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Comfort and composure working independently during overnight hours.
• Strong assessment skills and sound clinical judgment in high-pressure moments.
• A calm, reassuring presence for patients and families during nighttime distress.
• Excellent documentation habits and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience in hospice, home health, or a related setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care across the full nursing process within the scope of practice.
• Conduct thorough patient and family assessments and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Complete visit types as needed to meet overnight patient and family needs.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Identify nursing diagnoses from assessment data and respond with sound clinical judgment.
• Record accurate, timely clinical notes, including outcomes of pain and symptom management.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and obtain orders as required.
• Coordinate with community health partners to support continuity of care.
• Ensure equipment and necessary services are in place for patients.
• Maintain and develop clinical skills through continuing education and in-service participation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Long- and short-term disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Auto allowance and gas card.
• Company-provided equipment.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree