RN / Registered Nurse - Hospice - on-call
About The Position
Hospice of the Midwest is seeking an on-call Registered Nurse to provide after-hours hospice care in Woodbury, Minnesota, covering Dakota, Washington, and Ramsey Counties. The role involves delivering hands-on care to hospice patients and support to their families, responding to urgent needs, and coordinating care with physicians and the hospice team. The schedule is every other Saturday and Sunday for 12-hour shifts, with variable start times. The nurse provides individualized end-of-life care in patients’ homes or facilities, supports families through changes in condition and death, and completes timely documentation and communication. The position offers independent work with team support and is part of an organization focused on delivering hospice services in patients’ homes.
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 insured according to state or organization requirements and in good working order.
- Current CPR certification in states where required.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of nursing experience preferred.
- Experience in hospice or a similar setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Deliver hands-on after-hours care to hospice patients and supportive services to their families on an on-call basis.
- Assess and manage urgent symptoms quickly and compassionately.
- Administer medication or adjust care based on hospice protocols or provider orders.
- Communicate with the physician about changes in condition and obtain orders as necessary.
- Guide and support patients and families in understanding the current condition and anticipating next steps.
- When 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
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
