RN / Registered Nurse - Hospice, On-Call

BrightSpring Health Services • Gainesville, FL

10d

About The Position

Haven Hospice is seeking an on-call Registered Nurse to provide after-hours hospice care in Gainesville, Florida, and surrounding cities. The role is scheduled for 32 hours per week, Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to midnight. The RN provides hands-on care to patients and support to their families, including assessment and management of urgent symptoms, medication administration or care adjustments under hospice protocols or provider orders, and communication with physicians about changes in condition. The RN also guides patients and families through the current situation and next steps. If a death occurs during on-call hours, the RN visits the home or facility to pronounce death, support the family, contact the funeral home, and notify the hospice team. Timely documentation and communication are required.

Haven Hospice provides hospice services tailored to patients and families, with a focus on delivering care at home. The position offers independent work alongside team support, 1:1 patient care, flexible scheduling options, and opportunities for advancement. This position is subject to a Florida Level 2 background screening.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current licensure to practice in the state of operation.
• At least one year of nursing experience.
• Licensed driver with an automobile insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and in good working order.
• Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in hospice or a similar setting preferred.
• Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care to hospice patients and supportive services to their families during after-hours 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 physicians regarding 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, visit 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time