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On-Call RN

Houston Hospice · Houston, TX, US

Spotted 2d ago

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Posted
Oct 26, 2026
Last confirmed open
Oct 26, 2026
Job description

About this role

Available Shifts:

  • Evening: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
  • Overnight: 1:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Be the Comfort They Need, When They Need It Most.

At Houston Hospice, compassionate care doesn't stop when the sun goes down. We're looking for dedicated and compassionate On-Call Registered Nurses to provide exceptional care and support to patients and families during evening and overnight hours.

Whether it's managing symptoms, responding to an urgent need, or offering reassurance during a difficult moment, you'll make a meaningful difference when it matters most.

What You'll Do

  • Respond to after-hours patient and family calls, providing clinical guidance, reassurance, and support.
  • Conduct in-home nursing visits to assess patient needs, manage symptoms, and provide comfort-focused care.
  • Educate and support patients and caregivers through changes in condition and end-of-life needs.
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient updates accurately in the electronic medical record.

What We're Looking For

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current Texas RN license.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
  • Ability to work independently and respond confidently to changing patient needs.
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patients' homes.
  • Hospice, palliative care, home health, or hospital nursing experience preferred.
  • Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

New to hospice? Additional orientation may be available for qualified nurses transitioning into hospice care.

Benefits & Perks

We value the people who care for our patients and offer a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance, including:

  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Supplemental insurance options
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • A supportive, mission-driven team environment

Benefits are subject to eligibility based on employment status and plan provisions.

Why Houston Hospice?

As a nonprofit organization, we're committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting the professionals who make our mission possible.

Your expertise brings comfort. Your compassion makes a difference.

Apply today and help us provide exceptional care when patients and families need it most!

Houston Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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