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Weeknight On-call Registered Nurse (RN)

Bridges Hospice, Inc logo

Bridges Hospice, Inc

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Posted Oct 25

License
RN licenseActive Pennsylvania RN license in good standing.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Active Pennsylvania RN license in good standing. Check your license
Education
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Also asks
Strong assessment, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Also asks
Ability to work independently while collaborating with the on-call team.
Also asks
Compassionate, dependable, and responsive to patient and family needs.

Preferred

Experience
One to two years of recent hospice experience preferred.

What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for Pennsylvania staff rolesPennsylvania staff postings that state pay run $51k/yr to $113k/yr, the middle half $66k/yr to $95k/yr, across 776 postings.

Benefits

  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Company car
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Gym membership

The workplace

Bridges Hospice, Inc logo
Bridges Hospice, Inc
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Join a Team That Feels Like Family—Where Compassion Leads the Way!

Voted #1 Top Workplace for Midsize Businesses in 2026 by our employees—and recognized as a Pittsburgh Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years!

Looking for a meaningful nursing career with an alternative to the traditional workweek? Bridges Hospice is growing and seeking a compassionate Weeknight On-Call RN to provide exceptional care and support to patients and families.

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m. Coverage Area: Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties

As a locally owned, nurse-owned hospice organization, we believe exceptional patient care starts with taking exceptional care of our employees. Join a supportive team where you’re valued, appreciated, and encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Why Join Bridges Hospice?

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and six paid holidays
  • Birthday and work anniversary days off
  • Health Benefit Time Off
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company-paid life insurance and supplemental insurance options
  • Adoption assistance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Company car, with mileage reimbursement at $0.68 per mile until a vehicle is provided
  • Company cell phone
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Employee incentive programs
  • Supportive, employee-focused culture

What You’ll Do

  • Respond to patient and caregiver calls, assess concerns, and provide nursing guidance.
  • Perform urgent visits and scheduled visits for patients who are transitioning or need additional support.
  • Provide compassionate hospice nursing care focused on pain control, symptom management, and comfort.
  • Educate and support patients and families regarding changes in condition and end-of-life care.
  • Communicate significant findings and changes in condition to physicians, the administrator on call, and other team members.
  • Obtain and implement physician orders as needed.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to coordinate care and ensure a smooth handoff.
  • Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
  • Active Pennsylvania RN license in good standing.
  • One to two years of recent hospice experience preferred.
  • Strong assessment, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with the on-call team.
  • Compassionate, dependable, and responsive to patient and family needs.

Travel and Driving Requirements

Travel throughout Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties is required. Employees must maintain a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and current automobile liability insurance meeting state minimum requirements. Reliable personal transportation is required until a company vehicle is assigned.

Employees must provide updated driving and insurance information upon renewal or request, participate in ongoing motor vehicle record monitoring, and meet company policy and insurance requirements. Coverage outside the primary service area may occasionally be required based on patient care and staffing needs.

Physical Requirements

Duties include standing, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, reaching, and assisting with patient positioning and transfers using appropriate assistance and equipment. The position also requires lifting and carrying supplies and equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Bridges Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $74,880.00 - $80,080.00 per year

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

What's around it?

In Pittsburgh, PA

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

See Pittsburgh, PA

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