A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
PRN Registered Nurse- On Call Caritas Hospice - 1.0 Norcross, GA Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $100,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications CPR Certification Terminal illness counseling RN License BLS Certification Initial patient assessment End-of-life care Patient interaction Time management Full Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION PRN ON CALL REGISTERED NURSE
Position Summary We are seeking a compassionate and experienced PRN On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) to join our hospice team. The On-Call RN provides skilled nursing support to hospice patients and their families during after-hours periods, responding to urgent clinical needs, symptom-management concerns, and changes in patient condition. The ideal candidate is clinically confident, compassionate, responsive, and able to work independently. Hospice, after-hours, and/or telephone triage experience is strongly preferred. Essential Responsibilities Respond to patient and family calls during assigned on-call hours and provide appropriate clinical guidance. Perform telephone triage and assess patient symptoms and changes in condition. Determine the appropriate level of intervention based on the patient's goals of care and hospice plan of care. Make scheduled and urgent PRN visits to patients when clinically indicated. Assess pain, symptoms, medications, wounds, and overall patient status. Provide skilled nursing interventions and symptom-management recommendations. Communicate significant changes in patient condition to the attending physician, hospice medical director, and interdisciplinary team as appropriate. Collaborate with caregivers and provide education, reassurance, and emotional support. Coordinate with hospice staff, facilities, pharmacies, physicians, EMS, and other healthcare providers as needed. Respond appropriately to end-of-life situations and provide support to patients and families during the dying process. Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospice, regulatory, and organizational requirements. Follow all hospice policies, procedures, standards of care, and applicable federal and state regulations. Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold HIPAA requirements. Participate in quality improvement and other clinical activities as requested.
Qualifications Required:
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Current CPR certification. Minimum of 1 year of professional nursing experience . Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions. Reliable transportation and ability to travel to patient locations when required. Ability to work flexible on-call hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred:
Hospice or palliative care experience. Telephone triage experience. Previous after-hours or on-call nursing experience. Home health experience. Experience with end-of-life symptom management and family support. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of nursing assessment and clinical interventions. Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately. Excellent telephone communication and triage skills. Ability to remain calm and professional in urgent or emotionally sensitive situations. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritize multiple patient needs effectively. Compassionate approach to patients and families facing end-of-life care. Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation. Why Join Our Hospice Team? Our hospice team is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that honors the dignity, comfort, and wishes of every patient and family. As a PRN On-Call RN, you will play a critical role in supporting our patients when they need us most. If you are an experienced RN who is confident in clinical assessment, enjoys working independently, and has a passion for hospice care, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join our compassionate hospice team.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance
