Weekend RN/LPN Scheduled 24 Paid for 30-Full Benefits
Company: Hospice of the Western Reserve
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOIN US IN MAKING THE MOST OF
EVERY DAY! Hospice of The Western Reserve operates in celebration
of the individual worth of each life, we strive to relieve
suffering, enhance comfort, promote quality of life, foster choice
in end-of-life care and support effective grieving. WHY US? We
believe that our success starts with our greatest asset: OUR
EMPLOYEES! We live our shared core values in everything we do:
COMPASSION. EXCELLENCE. EQUALITY. INTEGRITY. SERVICE. STEWARDSHIP .
We have a passion for purpose driven work! Do you? JOIN OUR FAMILY!
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Join our
team today as an On-Call Nurse to positively impact the experiences
of patients and families. As an On-Call Nurse with Hospice of the
Western Reserve have the autonomy to utilize your nursing skills.
You are relied upon to take care of patients and families who need
help after hours in typically urgent times. You are invited into
patients' homes and lives during uncertain times and have the honor
of becoming a trusted face. For many of our team members, this is
more than a career - it's a calling. WHEN DO ON-CALL NURSES MAKE A
DIFFERENCE? THE SCHEDULE IS TWO TWELVE-HOUR SHIFTS, EVERY SATURDAY
AND SUNDAY WHAT YOU WILL DO: Assess physical, psychosocial and
spiritual needs of the patient and family (RN only). Gather data
related to patient and family’s physical, psychosocial and
spiritual needs (LPN). Provide intermittent skilled nursing
services to the patient under the patient’s physician’s direction.
Monitor and evaluate pain and symptoms; provide information and
assistance to the patient and family to manage those problems.
Serve as a liaison to the patient’s physician(s) when needed;
provide information to the physician based on knowledge relating to
the patient’s needs. Provide emotional support to the patient and
family. Refer patients and/or family members to other services when
appropriate. Provide instruction (health care teaching) to the
patient and family as related to care in a residence. Make visit to
patient’s residence at the time of death. Maintain, promptly
complete, and return all documentation as required. Communicates
and acts as liaison with patients, family, and health professionals
in a manner that respects confidentiality and dignity. Relay
pertinent information to appropriate team members. Participate in
meetings as initiated by team leader. Participates in mandatory or
elective HWR University events, trainings, or in-services as
necessary. RN’s shall participate in triage coverage as needed
Perform other duties as assigned. SUCCESS CAPABILITIES: High School
Diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited school of
nursing, with a Bachelors degree preferred. Licensed RN/LPN in
state of Ohio. Experience preferred in pain and symptom management,
oncology, or mental health. Ability to communicate effectively,
orally and in writing Ability to work independently and
collaboratively with a team Must have demonstrated knowledge and
skills to provide appropriate care to all age groups. Ability to
handle stressful and constantly changing conditions; must be able
to make good professional decisions quickly despite stressful
atmosphere. Ability to access patients and families in any
residential and/or public setting in any weather condition (i.e.,
climbing stairs or snow filled walkways, etc.). Proficiency in
Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly proficient in Word
and Excel, use of shared team files, a donor database, grant
portals and virtual meeting technology Must have and maintain a
valid driver's license, good driving record and auto accident
insurance at a level acceptable to HWR and/or HWR’s insurer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to stand and walk for extensive
periods of time. Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand
coordination to provide nursing care and operating equipment. This
is heavy work requiring the exertion of up to 75 lbs. of force
occasionally as well as 50 lbs. frequently utilizing appropriate
safe transfer techniques and body mechanics when working with
patients. Ability to stoop, squat, or bend frequently. Corrected
vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate
with patients and professional staff. Possibility of exposure to
environmental elements, internal and external, such as disease,
bloodborne pathogens, and chemicals and/or chemical fumes, (pet
dander and/or exposure to allergens) and adverse effects of
inclement weather that may occur as well as potentially difficult
patient and family situations. DETAILS: Total Rewards Package to
include Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision, voluntary benefits and
Corporate Discounts Tuition Assistance Exempt role Technology
Package Protocols in place for wellbeing during COVID-19 CONDITIONS
OF EMPLOYMENT: Compliance to Annual Flu Shot Policy or ability to
provide exemption documentation Provide an active auto insurance
policy as a licensed driver in the State of Ohio with the proper
level of coverage as directed Provide an active driver’s license
Ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United
States. High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism. The
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. NOTE : The responsibilities of this position are
described above, and they may be subject to change at any time due
to reasonable accommodations or other reasons. Also, this
description in no way states or implies that these are the only
duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Applicants who may need reasonable accommodations to complete the
application process may contact: Careers at Hospice of the Western
Reserve 17876 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114 216.383.2222 or
careers@hospicewr.org Hospice of the Western Reserve is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals
with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.
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