Registered Nurse – Hospice On-Call | Flexible Schedules
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Posted Oct 8
- License
- RN license
- Term
- Permanent
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Pennsylvania staff rolesPennsylvania staff postings that state pay run $51k/yr to $111k/yr, the middle half $65k/yr to $95k/yr, across 701 postings.
The workplace
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- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Hospice is a specialty you move into. Med surg, oncology, or home health is the usual door in.
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We're looking for a compassionate and dependable RN to join our growing hospice team. This is a field-based on-call position serving patients throughout the Pittsburgh and surrounding areas.
We offer flexible scheduling options , including a 7 days on / 7 days off schedule and weekend-focused coverage. Weekend coverage may run approximately Friday at 4:00 PM through Monday at 8:00 AM , depending on the schedule and coverage needs.
This is a great opportunity for an RN looking for flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of hospice patients and their families.
Service Area
The primary coverage area is Pittsburgh and surrounding areas .
You will travel to wherever our patients call home, which may include private residences, assisted living communities, or skilled nursing facilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate hospice care to patients and families in their homes and facilities
- Assess patient needs and respond appropriately to changes in condition
- Manage and monitor pain and other symptoms
- Respond to patient and family calls and provide on-call support
- Make visits as needed during on-call hours
- Document patient condition, visits, and care provided accurately and timely
- Respond appropriately to medical and end-of-life emergencies
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team
- Follow all applicable hospice, nursing, and regulatory standards
- Provide education and support to patients, families, and caregivers
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other members of the care team
What We're Looking For
- Current RN license in Pennsylvania
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working independently
- Ability to respond to patient needs during scheduled on-call hours
- Hospice experience is preferred but not required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $80,000–$95,000 annually
- Flexible scheduling
- 7 days on / 7 days off scheduling options
- Weekend on-call scheduling options
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Supportive leadership and experienced hospice team
- Opportunity to grow with a local, growing hospice organization
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
What's around it?
Pittsburgh, PAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 5% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,261/mo
- Household income
- $65,742/yr, all local households, not nurse pay