OverviewRegistered Nurse - On Call RN - 7 Days On, 7 Days OffAfter Hours Hospice RNAs an After Hours Hospice RN, you'll support patients and families by responding to after-hours on-call needs during evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays-bringing comfort, peace of mind, and compassionate care when it's needed most.
Schedule:- 7 days on / 7 days off
- On-call coverage for evenings and overnight hours, including weekends and holidays
This role is ideal for an experienced RN who values autonomy, meaningful patient connections, and an alternative work schedule that allows for extended time off while making a real difference.
What You'll Do as a Hospice RN - After Hours / On-Call:• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager Senior
• Provide direct patient care and support after normal business hours
• Serve as the primary liaison between patients, families, physicians, and the hospice team during your shift
• Respond promptly and compassionately to urgent calls, patient visits, and symptom management needs
• Evaluate patient and family needs to guide clinical decisions and implement the plan of care
• Support and collaborate with an interdisciplinary group including LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, and other support staff
• Accurately document clinical visits and communications
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement programs
• Work independently while ensuring continuity of care and coordination with the daytime care team
About YouExperience - What you'll bring:• Current RN license in the state of requested employment (or eligibility to obtain)
• 1+ years of nursing experience
• A hospice heart: compassionate, calm, and dependable in urgent care situations
• Excellent clinical judgment and the ability to provide support in emotionally intense settings
• Comfortable providing care in patients' homes, facilities, or wherever they reside
• Valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification
Preferred Experience (Not Required):• 1+ years of hospice, home health, oncology, or palliative care experience
• Familiarity with symptom management, triage, and after-hours home-based care
• Prior experience in on-call or overnight nursing roles
• Strong documentation and electronic medical records (EMR) skills
Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
Salary Range: $71,450 - $89,335
We OfferBenefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Ready to Join a Team That Cares?Apply now and bring comfort, skill, and reassurance to patients and families when it matters most-after hours.
LocationHeartland Hospice
