Registered Nurse After-Hours Hospice (RN) 7 on 7 off

Georgia Hospice Care•Dalton, GA

About The Position

Georgia Hospice Care is seeking a compassionate After-Hours Hospice Registered Nurse to advocate for patients and help ensure they receive quality care. The RN communicates with patients, families, and the hospice care team about the plan of care, and works to create meaningful experiences for patients and their families. The position is salaried and full-time, covering after-hours on-call from 5 p.m. Friday to 8 a.m. Monday. The nurse is supported by a 24/7 RN-staffed Triage Department and the local hospice team. Georgia Hospice Care also offers supportive leadership, professional development, and opportunities for advancement. Pay is determined by years of experience and location.

Requirements

Have a heart to serve patients and families and a passion for providing the best possible care.
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Hold a current state license as a registered nurse.
Have at least 2 years of nursing experience in a clinical care setting.
Have reliable transportation.
Be able to sit, stand, bend, and move intermittently, and lift at least 80–100 lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively.

Nice To Haves

Hospice experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Advocate for patients and help ensure they receive quality care.
Communicate with the patient, the patient’s family, and the hospice care team regarding the plan of care.
Provide compassionate care and help create meaningful experiences for patients and their families.
Cover after-hours on-call from 5 p.m. Friday to 8 a.m. Monday.