Job Description

Hospice RN On-Call – Rotating Extended Shift Schedule (Full Time)

VNA Hospice of Northwest Indiana (NWI) Counties Served: Porter, LaPorte, Jasper, Lake, Newton & Starke

Position Overview

VNA Hospice NWI is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our hospice team under a rotating extended-shift schedule . This position follows a 6-week repeating rotation that includes combinations of 8-hour, 16-hour, and 24-hour shifts on call. The schedule is designed to provide predictable long-range planning while supporting excellent continuity of care for hospice patients.

This role is ideal for an RN who thrives in a flexible, structured rotation and enjoys working autonomously in the field.

Requirements

  General Schedule Pattern

Across the 6-week rotation, the RN will work:

• A blend of day, evening, and overnight extended shifts
  


• Approximately 3–4 shifts per week , depending on shift length


• No traditional Monday–Friday requirement


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  No mandatory weekly on-call , as extended shifts provide built-in coverage


• A predictable repeating cycle that allows long-term planning
• Key Responsibilities


• Provide compassionate, high-quality hospice nursing care in patient homes


• Complete assessments, symptom management, and care planning


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members


• Support families through education and emotional guidance


• Document care accurately and promptly


• Maintain autonomy while managing a field-based caseload
• Qualifications


• Active Indiana RN license


• Hospice or home health experience preferred


• Strong clinical judgment and comfort working independently


• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation


• Ability to work extended shifts within a rotating schedule
• Benefits


• Mileage reimbursement


• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and Disability insurance offered


• Paid time off & holidays


• 403(b) retirement plan


• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

Why Join VNA Hospice NWI?

You’ll be part of a respected nonprofit hospice organization with a long history of serving Northwest Indiana. Our nurses are trusted, valued, and supported — and our extended-shift model allows for deeper patient relationships and more meaningful time off between shifts.

Salary Description

$75,000 salaried/exempt

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