RN / Registered Nurse On Call - Hospice
About The Position
Hospice of the Midwest is seeking an on-call Registered Nurse to provide after-hours hospice care in the Des Moines coverage area. The schedule is full time, Monday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. The RN provides hands-on care to hospice patients and support to their families, responding to urgent needs with compassion and working independently while supported by the hospice team. The role includes assessing urgent symptoms, administering medications or adjusting care according to hospice protocols or provider orders, communicating changes in patient condition to physicians, and guiding patients and families through current conditions and next steps. If a death occurs during on-call hours, the RN goes to the home or facility to pronounce death, support the family, contact the funeral home, and notify the hospice team. The RN is also responsible for timely documentation and communication. Hospice of the Midwest provides hospice services tailored to the individual needs of patients and families, with a focus on delivering care at home. The organization is an affiliate of Adoration Health.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
- Current licensure to practice in the state of operation.
- At least one year of nursing experience.
- Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care.
- Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence.
- Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and in good working order.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of nursing experience preferred.
- Experience in hospice or a similar setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Deliver hands-on care to hospice patients and supportive services to their families after hours on an on-call basis.
- Assess and manage urgent symptoms promptly and compassionately.
- Administer medications or adjust care in accordance with hospice protocols or provider orders.
- Communicate changes in patient condition to the physician and obtain orders as needed.
- Guide and support patients and families in understanding the current condition and anticipating next steps.
- If a death occurs during on-call hours, go to the home or facility to pronounce death, support the family, contact the funeral home, and notify the hospice team.
- Complete timely documentation and communication.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare.
- Tuition discounts and reimbursement.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Access to wellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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