RN / Registered Nurse On Call - Hospice - $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS
About The Position
Generations Hospice is seeking a dedicated On-Call Registered Nurse to provide compassionate hospice care during off-hours. The RN collaborates with a remote triage team and an interdisciplinary care team to support patients and families, including through urgent symptom management and end-of-life care. The role involves travel throughout the coverage territory and is based out of the Fond du Lac, Wisconsin office. This is a full-time 7-on/7-off schedule: Monday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., and from Friday at 4:30 p.m. through Monday at 8:00 a.m. The role offers lower patient-to-nurse ratios, dedicated after-hours triage support, and use of Homecare Homebase (HCHB) for documentation.
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 organizational requirements and in good working order.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of nursing experience.
- Experience in hospice or a similar setting.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Remote Triage On Call Team to provide hands-on hospice care and supportive services to patients and families after hours.
- Assess and manage urgent symptoms quickly and compassionately.
- Administer medication or adjust care according to 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.
- When a death occurs during on-call hours, travel 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
- $7,500 sign-on bonus for external/new hires only.
- 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.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Job stability and regular advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
