Hospice RN Weekend On Call

Location: Somerset, PA

Registered Nurse- Hospice- Weekend On Call

Full Time - A Great Opportunity

At ViaQuest Hospice we take a holistic approach, offering services to treat the physical, emotional and mental needs of our patients and their loved ones. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the patients we serve!

Responsibilities may include:

• Triaging phone calls through the answering service and completing visits as needed for after hours and weekend care. This position provides coverage from Friday 5pm to Monday at 8am.
• Providing physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
• Assuming primary responsibility for a patient and family caseload including assessments, planning, implementing and evaluating phases of the nursing process.
• Administering and instructing the administration of medication.
• Initiating communication with physicians, other hospice team members and other agencies to coordinate care.
• Maintaining current patient records and progress notes.
• Supervising LPNs and Hospice Aides and document delivery of care as required.

Requirements for this position include:

• Minimum of an associate's degree or equivalent in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• RN license.
• Nursing experience preferably within Hospice specialty.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Comprehensive training including patient visits with a preceptor and Brightree and Elsevier training.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Paid-time off.
• Premium holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Employee referral bonus program