Hospice PRN On Call Nurse

Join Our Team as a PRN On Call RN Weekends! Are you a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking to make a difference in the lives of patients in need of palliative and hospice care? Look no further! 1st Care Palliative and Hospice Services PA is seeking a PRN On Call RN to join our team in Mount Carmel PA. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality care to patients and their families during their time of need. Join us and be a part of a supportive and caring work environment where you can truly make a difference. Daily Responsibilities: Provide on-call nursing assessments and interventions for hospice patients in response to urgent needs or emergencies. Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including vital signs, symptom management, and medication administration, ensuring adherence to hospice protocols. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized care plans tailored to each patient's evolving needs. Manage complex symptom control such as acute pain management, dyspnea, nausea, and other distressing symptoms with appropriate medications and interventions. Document all patient interactions accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner, maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations. Educate patients and families on disease progression, medication use (including injections), and comfort measures to promote understanding and peace of mind. Respond swiftly to after-hours calls, triaging urgent issues such as respiratory distress or sudden changes in condition, coordinating with physicians as needed Administer medications and treatments as prescribed Document patient care and progress accurately and timely Provide emotional support and education to patients and families Required Skills: Current RN licensure with active state registration; prior hospice or palliative care experience preferred. Strong clinical background including critical care experience, ICU or emergency medicine background highly valued. Familiarity with medical documentation systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks; proficiency in EMR/EHR systems is essential. Knowledge of pain management techniques, medication administration (including IV infusion), aseptic technique, and catheter care. Experience working with diverse patient populations including geriatrics, behavioral health cases, memory care residents, and individuals with developmental disabilities. Ability to perform physical assessments, vital signs measurement, specimen collection/processing, and basic life support (BLS). Excellent communication skills for effective triage and patient education; compassionate approach to end-of-life care is essential. Strong nursing education background Knowledge of care planning and telemetry Nice to Have Skills: Experience in Hospice or Palliative care experience preferred Knowledge of care management and IV therapy Background in medical surgical, operating room, acute care, and long-term care Current license as a RN Company Information: 1st Care Palliative and Hospice Services PA specializes in providing compassionate palliative and hospice care to patients in need. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our patients and their families through comprehensive care and support. Join us in our mission to provide comfort and dignity to those in their time of need. DEI Statement: 1st Care Palliative and Hospice Services PA is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our team and enhances the care we provide to our patients. EEO Statement: 1st Care Palliative and Hospice Services PA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment Type: Part Time Salary: $36 - $43 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No