On Call Nurse

At Bristol Hospice were 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.

Coverage Area: Des Plaines

Schedule: 7 on 7 off schedule (Monday - Thursday 5pm - 8am & Friday 5pm - Monday - 8am)

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 follow us onLinkedIn.

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 patients 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 withthe 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.