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On Call Hospice Rn Weekends Jobs in Pennsylvania

Kaplan, Inc.

Hospice RN, Weekends

Williamsport, PA · On-site

$67K - $84K/yr

Job Title Hospice RN, Weekends Location Williamsport, PA, USA Additional Location(s) Employee Type Employee Working Hours Per Week 40 We've Increased Our Rates! Earn More While Delivering the Care ...

Kaplan, Inc.

Hospice RN, Weekends

Lebanon, PA · On-site

$72K - $91K/yr

Job Title Hospice RN, Weekends Location Lebanon, PA, USA Additional Location(s) Employee Type Employee Working Hours Per Week 40 We've Increased Our Rates! Earn More While Delivering the Care You ...

Gentiva Hospice

Registered Nurse On Call

Camp Hill, PA · On-site

As an On Call Hospice RN, you'll provide compassionate, high-quality hospice care by responding to ... You'll ensure continuity of care during evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays-bringing ...

Vitality Hospice

Hospice RN on Call

Willow Grove, PA · On-site

Position Details Full Time On-Call RN: * 48-hour weekend on-call shift * Four on-call weeknights ... Minimum of one year RN experience (hospice experience preferred but not required) * Willingness to ...

Vitality Hospice

Hospice RN on Call

Langhorne, PA · On-site

Position Details - Full Time On-Call RN: * 48-hour weekend on-call shift * Four on-call weeknights ... Minimum of one year RN experience (hospice experience preferred but not required) * Willingness to ...

Vitality Hospice

Hospice RN on Call

Langhorne, PA · On-site

Position Details Full Time On-Call RN: * 48-hour weekend on-call shift * Four on-call weeknights ... Minimum of one year RN experience (hospice experience preferred but not required) * Willingness to ...

JL4 Staffing

Hospice Registered Nurse

Reading, PA · On-site

Direct Hire Placement - Hospice RN - Reading PAOVERVIEWOur client is seeking a compassionate ... Currently their on-call rotation is only 1 weekend every 5-7 weeks depending on staffing. When it ...

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What is an on call hospice RN weekends?

An On Call Hospice RN (Registered Nurse) Weekends is a nurse who provides care and support to hospice patients during weekends, often outside standard business hours. Their main responsibilities include responding to patient needs, managing symptoms, administering medications, and offering emotional support to patients and their families. They are typically available by phone or in person to handle urgent situations or changes in a patient's condition. This role ensures that hospice patients receive continuous care and comfort during weekends when regular staff may not be available.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an on call hospice RN on weekends?

To thrive as an On Call Hospice RN on weekends, you need a current RN license, strong clinical assessment skills, and expertise in end-of-life care. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), mobile communication tools, and symptom management protocols is essential. Compassion, resilience, and excellent communication skills help you support patients and families during emotionally challenging times. These abilities are crucial for delivering timely, quality care and providing comfort during critical moments outside regular business hours.

What are the main challenges faced by on call hospice RNs during weekends and how can they prepare for them?

On Call Hospice RNs working weekends often encounter unpredictable call volumes and urgent patient needs, making time management and adaptability crucial. They may need to travel between multiple patients’ homes, handle after-hours symptom management, and provide emotional support to families during crises. To prepare, nurses should ensure their supplies are well-stocked, maintain clear communication with the interdisciplinary team, and stay organized with detailed patient notes. Building strong rapport with patients and caregivers in advance can also help facilitate smoother weekend visits and interventions.

What is the difference between On Call Hospice Rn Weekends vs Hospice Rn?

AspectOn Call Hospice Rn WeekendsHospice Rn
CertificationsRegistered Nurse (RN), Hospice Certification (preferred)Registered Nurse (RN), Hospice Certification (preferred)
Work EnvironmentOn-call shifts during weekends, home visits, patient care coordinationRegular scheduled shifts, home visits, patient care, interdisciplinary team collaboration
Work ScheduleWeekend on-call hours, flexible or as neededStandard weekday or weekend shifts, full-time or part-time
Employer UsageHospice agencies, home health providersHospice agencies, home health organizations

On Call Hospice Rn Weekends primarily involves providing patient care during weekend on-call hours, often with flexible scheduling. Hospice Rn roles typically include regular scheduled shifts for ongoing patient care. Both roles require RN licensure and hospice certification, but the main difference lies in the scheduling and on-call responsibilities during weekends.

What cities in Pennsylvania are hiring for On Call Hospice Rn Weekends jobs?

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Hospice Registered Nurse, Weekends

Residential Home Health and Hospice

Mechanicsburg, PA • On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Care Where You Are: Where Your Work Truly Matters

Residential Home Health and Hospice is a nationally recognized leader in home health and hospice, and a consistent Top Workplace. If you are a clinician seeking autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and real career growth; this is where you belong.

We are hiring a Weekend Registered Nurse (RN) for a Hospice position providing end-of-life care to patients in their homes in the Mechanicsburg, PA area. This position is eligible for a $10,000 first year success bonus to reward the accomplishment of key milestones during your first year!

What You’ll Do:

  • Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to comfort, dignity, and quality of life
  • Respond to patient needs by performing urgent assessments, managing symptoms and pain, and providing compassionate end-of-life support in real time
  • Support and guide patients and families during weekends, and crisis situations, ensuring they feel informed, reassured, and cared for throughout the hospice journey
  • Apply strong clinical judgment and critical thinking to coordinate care needs, respond to changing patient conditions, and maintain accurate, timely, and compliant EMR documentation
  • Work independently, but never alone
  • Travel to patient homes within assigned territory

Designed for Success

  • Dedicated field education team supporting you from Day 1
  • Leadership that listens, mentors, and champions your growth
  • A collaborative culture where your impact is recognized and your feedback shapes improvement

Benefits That Support Your Whole Life

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
  • Fleet Vehicle Program
  • Generous PTO
  • Pension + 401K
  • Paid parental leave
  • Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through our Purdue University partnership

Weekend RN Qualifications

  • Active Registered Nurse, RN license in the state you work
  • Two years of RN experience and the clinical expertise to deliver quality patient care, Hospice experience preferred
  • Due to the field-based nature of this home health position, a valid driver’s license and the ability to spend approximately 20% of your workday driving to and from patient locations are required

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is part of our background process, which includes medical and recreational marijuana.

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By submitting your application, you are confirming that you are legally authorized to work in the United States.

The low end of the range includes compensation related to salary and first year success bonus. The high end of the range is inclusive of productivity bonuses and additional shift work that is paid at a premium (i.e., after hours, weekends, on-call). *Compensation potential varies by market.

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