Full-Time RN On-Call / Tuck-In Nurse

Position Title

Full-Time RN On-Call / Tuck-In Nurse

Position Summary

LifeSource Hospice is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) to provide after-hours hospice support and evening tuck-in visits for patients throughout our service area. This role is responsible for responding to urgent patient needs, providing symptom management, conducting nursing assessments, supporting families and caregivers, and ensuring patients are comfortable and safe overnight.

The ideal candidate is clinically strong, calm under pressure, highly responsive, and passionate about providing exceptional end-of-life care.

Schedule

• Full-Time

• Monday through Friday

• Evening/ overnight hours with on-call responsibilities

• Rotating holiday/weekend coverage as needed

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to hospice patient calls and urgent nursing needs after regular business hours

• Perform tuck-in visits to assess patient comfort, medication effectiveness, safety, and caregiver needs

• Provide skilled nursing assessments and interventions related to pain and symptom management

• Educate patients and families regarding disease progression, medications, and end-of-life care

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure continuity of care

• Complete timely and accurate EMR documentation in accordance with Medicare, CHAP, and agency standards

• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and hospice leadership as appropriate

• Assist with crisis management, pronouncements, and admissions when needed

• Ensure compliance with hospice policies, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements

• Participate in team meetings, education, and quality improvement initiatives as requested

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey

• Minimum of 5 years nursing experience required

• Hospice, home health, oncology, med-surg, or critical care experience preferred

• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills

• Excellent communication and compassionate bedside manner

• Ability to work independently in the field

• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required

• Current CPR certification required

Preferred Skills

• Experience with hospice EMR systems (WellSky/Consolo preferred)

• Knowledge of hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation and end-of-life care standards

• Comfortable providing education and emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Mileage reimbursement

• Paid time off

• Health benefits

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

*Must live within Bergen County or surrounding areas.