Hospice Afterhours RN/LVN (per diem/oncall)
Be there when patients and families need you most.
Are you a compassionate, confident nurse who excels in independent decision-making and calm support during evenings and nights?
Anchor Health is seeking an After-Hours Hospice LVN/ RN to provide skilled, on-call nursing care outside of standard business hours.
At Anchor Health, we believe our nurses are the heart of hospice care. We foster a supportive, appreciative workplace where your expertise, judgment, and compassion are truly valued.
Position Overview
The After-Hours Hospice LVN/RN provides professional nursing care to hospice patients during evenings, nights, and weekends. This role ensures continuity of care, symptom management, and emotional support for patients and families after 5:00 PM.
The nurse works independently while maintaining close communication with the interdisciplinary team, physicians, and leadership to support individualized plans of care.
Schedule
5pm-8am
Weekends and holidays as assigned
On-call/after-hours coverage
Key Responsibilities
Respond to after-hours patient calls and urgent care needs
Perform skilled nursing assessments and symptom management
Provide emotional support and education to patients and families
Implement and update patient plans of care as needed
Communicate patient condition changes to the interdisciplinary team
Collaborate with physicians and caregivers regarding patient needs
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
Uphold hospice philosophy, policies, and regulatory standards
Qualifications & Requirements
Current RN or LVN license in good standing
Hospice or home health experience preferred
Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Compassionate presence in emotionally sensitive situations
Valid driver’s license
Reliable, insured vehicle in good working condition (per state and organizational requirements)
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive leadership and team environment
Meaningful, patient-centered work
A culture that values and respects nurses
