Overview :
NOW OFFERING A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
Expand Access. Be the Calm in the Storm. Deliver Compassionate Care After Hours.
As an After Hours Hospice RN, you’ll respond to patient needs during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays—bringing peace of mind and compassionate care when it’s needed most.
We provide hospice and palliative care that helps people live every moment with dignity, grace, and love.
What You'll Do as a Hospice RN – After Hours / On-Call :
- Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager Senior
- Provide direct patient care and support after normal business hours
- Serve as the primary liaison between patients, families, physicians, and the hospice team during your shift
- Respond promptly and compassionately to urgent calls, patient visits, and symptom management needs
- Evaluate patient and family needs to guide clinical decisions and implement the plan of care
- Support and collaborate with an interdisciplinary group including LPNs / LVNs, CNAs, and other support staff
- Accurately document clinical visits and communications
- Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement programs
- Work independently while ensuring continuity of care and coordination with the daytime care team
About You :
Experience - What you'll bring :
Current RN license in the state of requested employment (or eligibility to obtain)1+ years of nursing experienceA hospice heart : compassionate, calm, and dependable in urgent care situationsExcellent clinical judgment and the ability to provide support in emotionally intense settingsComfortable providing care in patients’ homes, facilities, or wherever they resideValid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportationCurrent CPR certificationPreferred Experience (Not Required) :
1+ years of hospice, home health, oncology, or palliative care experienceFamiliarity with symptom management, triage, and after-hours home-based carePrior experience in on-call or overnight nursing rolesStrong documentation and electronic medical records (EMR) skillsWe Offer :
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem) :
Competitive Pay401(k) with Company MatchCareer Advancement OpportunitiesNational & Local Recognition ProgramsTeammate Assistance FundAdditional Full-Time Benefits :
Medical, Dental, Vision InsuranceMileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid HolidaysWellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)Ready to Join a Team That Cares?
Apply now and bring comfort, skill, and reassurance to patients and families when it matters most—after hours.
Legalese :
This is a safety-sensitive positionEmployee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefitsWhere applicable, employee must meet state specific requirementsWe are proud to be an EEO employerWe maintain a drug-free workplaceCompensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
Salary Range – $66,890 - 78,645
Full Time Employee Benefits :
Medical, Dental, VisionWellness Program and Resources401k matchPTOFMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leavesShort / Long Term DisabilityHSA ContributionMileage or Fleet Car ProgramCell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)Tuition Reimbursementkeywords : hospice RN, on-call nurse, after hours RN, hospice nurse jobs, evening nurse, overnight RN, weekend RN, end-of-life care nurse, home health RN
Location : Gentiva Hospice Our Company :
At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include :
Hospice care : Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New BeaconPalliative care : Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative CareHome health care : Heartland Home HealthAdvanced illness management : Illumia HealthWith corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.