Hospice Weekend On-Call Nurse (RN or LPN)

Job overview

The Hospice Weekend On-Call Nurse (RN or LPN) role is based in Meridian, ID, with weekend nursing support requested for one or more weekends per month. Compensation is not specified. Aspen Home Health & Hospice of The Treasure Valley provides hospice care focused on comfort, symptom management, and support for patients and families. The nurse assesses patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, develops and implements individualized care plans, manages symptoms, and coordinates with the hospice team. The role supports dignified end-of-life care and includes participation in an on-call rotation for after-hours care and support.

What you'll do

• Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
• develop and implement care plans
• administer medications and manage pain and symptoms
• monitor and document patient progress
• educate patients and families
• coordinate with physicians and other hospice professionals
• provide emotional support
• advocate for patient preferences
• maintain compliant records
• participate in the on-call rotation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

hospice weekend on-call nurse

registered nurse

licensed practical nurse

hospice care

weekend prn

on-call rotation

meridian id

aspen home health & hospice

symptom management

end-of-life care

patient and family support

care coordination

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a valid Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state where work is performed. The schedule is PRN weekends, with support needed one or more weekends per month; on-call rotation is part of the role.

About the employer

Aspen Home Health & Hospice of The Treasure Valley is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.