RN On/Call - Hospice at Good Samaritan

Lynchburg, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Comprehensive Assessments, Symptom Management, Patient Education, EMR Documentation, Crisis Intervention, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Clinical Judgment, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communication, Patient-Centered Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

What You’ll Do: Provide on-call nursing coverage as scheduled (5:00 PM – 8:30 AM, 7 on / 7 off) Respond to patient/caregiver calls and visits in a timely manner, including medical or emotional crises and patient deaths Conduct comprehensive assessments Communicate effectively with attending physicians, GSH staff, and other agencies to coordinate optimal care Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, disease progression, symptom management, and care plans Document all patient interactions, visits, and assessments in accordance with GSH policies and electronic medical records Report patient status changes to the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure continuity of care Assist RN Case Managers with after-hours visits and patient care needs Participate in required meetings, staff in-services, and continuing education to maintain clinical competencies What We’re Looking For: Clinical Expertise – Graduate of an accredited nursing program with current Virginia RN licensure Experience – Minimum 2 years in nursing, including hospice, home health, med/surg, acute care, or geriatric nursing Critical Thinking & Decision-Making – Strong judgment, problem-solving, and ability to handle complex patient situations Communication Skills – Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively with the IDT Technology Skills – Experience with EMR documentation and general computer applications Compassion & Professionalism – Provides patient-centered care with empathy, discretion, and integrity Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited educational institution Current Virginia RN license Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience Experience with hospice, home health, or inpatient care Valid Virginia driver’s license and reliable transportation Ability to work independently and respond appropriately to after-hours patient needs Commitment to professional growth and continuing education Ready to bring your nursing expertise to a team that truly makes a difference? Apply today!

Responsibilities

Provide on-call nursing coverage to respond to patient and caregiver crises, deaths, and care needs. Coordinate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and document all interactions in electronic medical records.