After Hours Registered Nurse

Bristol Hospice Fairfax, VA 22033, US

7 on 7off (Monday-Thursday 5pm-8am, Friday 5pm-Monday 8am)

At Bristol Hospice, we’re looking for compassionate and courageous Registered Nurses to serve as our Warriors of the Night — the calm in the storm and the trusted presence for patients and families during critical after-hours moments. If you thrive in autonomy, respond with urgency and empathy, and are ready to be a lifeline for those in need during evenings, nights, and weekends — we see you. And we need you.

Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visit bristolhospice.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Our Culture

Our culture is cultivated using the following values:

Integrity: We are honest and professional.
Trust: We count on each other.
Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.
Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.

On an An Average Day you Will:

(Includes, but not limited to)

Will perform after hours and weekend visits and admissions as needed.
Follow up on phone calls by either directing the phone call to the DPCS, RN Clinical Supervisor/Manager or RN Case Manager and/or taking care of the need immediately per scope of practice
Dispatch field nurses and other appropriate staff to patient’s residence in a timely manner
Re-fill prescriptions, order supplies and DME, and assist in any other coordination needed by the patients and families
Document calls, conversations and outcomes of call-in software system
Receive start-of-shift report and give end-of-shift report in accordance with the location workflow
All other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Must be a Registered Nurse with knowledge of hospice, telephone triage preferred
Must have a current licensure in good standing with the state
Must understand the philosophy of hospice concept and understand needs of the terminally ill
Must be flexible in work hours
Must show aptitude of computer data entry and the use of current software systems, such as word processing, spreadsheets and projects
Must possess the ability to deal with stressful situations, as well as grieving families
Must demonstrate nursing skills per competency checklist
Must demonstrate a willingness to maintain comprehensive working knowledge regarding information systems and applicable software programs
Ability to travel throughout the Bristol Hospice Service Area
Must be able to lift heavy items on a frequent basis
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance and must be able to spend a prolonged amount of time standing, walking, bending and stretching

We Got the Perks:

Tuition Reimbursement – We invest in your continued growth
Paid Time Off & Holidays – Because your well-being matters
Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & more
401(k) & HSA – Plan for your future with confidence
Mileage Reimbursement – For applicable travel and visits
Advanced Training Programs – Elevate your skills, expand your impact
A Mission-Driven Culture – Be part of a passionate, purpose-filled team providing the highest standard of end-of-life care

Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!

EEOC Statement

Bristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.

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