RN, On-Call Registered Nurse Hospice
credenza healthCovington (LA)
RN, On-Call Registered Nurse Hospice
Posted 3 days ago
credenza healthCovington (LA)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice (Thursday - Sunday) Field-Based | Patient & Family-Centered | End-of-Life CareAt VitalCaring, we don't just provide care - we walk alongside patients and families during life's most meaningful moments. As a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN), you play a vital role in delivering comfort, dignity, and compassionate support at the end of life. This is a role for a nurse who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment and is called to make a lasting impact through presence, empathy, and clinical excellence. This position is for weekend on-call, Thursday - Sunday serving Metairie and Covington, LA.Why Join VitalCaring? Meaningful, one-on-one patient care focused on comfort and quality of life Autonomy with support – manage your caseload with a collaborative interdisciplinary team Make a lasting impact on patients and families during life's most important moments Strong team partnership with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aides A purpose-driven culture grounded in compassion, respect, and excellence
Role Overview:
- As a Hospice RN at VitalCaring, you are more than a nurse - you are the clinical leader, advocate, and steady guide for your patients and their families.
- You'll lead the plan of care, manage symptoms, and ensure every patient receives personalized, comfort-focused care aligned with their goals and wishes. Through each visit, you bring not only clinical expertise, but also reassurance, clarity, and compassion.
- What You'll DoLead Patient-Centered Hospice Care
- Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments
- Develop and manage individualized, comfort-focused care plans
- Deliver skilled nursing care with a focus on pain and symptom management
- Serve as the Care Coordinator
- Act as case manager, coordinating care across the interdisciplinary team
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and aides
- Monitor patient condition and adjust care plans to maintain comfort
- Support Patients & Families
- Provide education, emotional support, and guidance throughout the journey
- Help families navigate complex decisions with empathy and clarity
- Build meaningful, trusting relationships in deeply personal moments
- Drive Quality & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation
- Participate in IDT meetings and care planning
- Support quality and compliance standards
- What You BringActive RN license (or compact eligibility)
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience
- Strong clinical judgment and compassionate care approach
- Ability to manage a caseload independently
- Excellent communication skills in sensitive situations
- Basic EMR proficiency
- Current CPR certification
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- What Sets You Apart
- Experience in hospice, palliative care, or home health
- Strong pain and symptom management skills
- Case management and interdisciplinary care experience
- Ability to quickly build trust with patients and families
- Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
- What to ExpectField-based care in homes, facilities, and community settings
- High autonomy with strong team support
- A role centered on dignity, comfort, and quality of life
- A fast-paced, emotionally meaningful environment
- Benefits That Support YouHealth & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Pharmacy benefits
- Virtual care and mental health support
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Supplemental health and life insurance
- Financial & Protection 401(k) with company match
- Employee referral program
- Prepaid legal services
- Identity theft protection
- Work-Life Balance & Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Pet insurance
- Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.
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