On-Call Nurse (RN / LPN) – Home Health

We are currently seeking dependable and flexible RNs and LPNs for an On-Call Nurse position in the Oak Ridge and Knoxville, TN area supporting one-on-one, in-home patient care. This role is ideal for nurses who are looking for additional income opportunities while maintaining flexibility in their schedule.This position primarily involves being available during scheduled on-call hours to provide coverage if a patient care need arises.This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence.Schedule: On-Call (12- or 24-hour shifts; weekend rotation may be required)Compensation: If called in to provide care, nurses will be paid their regular base hourly rate for time worked, in addition to the $10/hour on-call payOffers are contingent upon passing a background check.#INDEASTResponsibilitiesRemain available and responsive during scheduled on-call hours Provide direct, one-on-one patient care in the home if activated Travel to assigned patient homes within a reasonable timeframe Deliver care in accordance with individualized care plans and clinical standards Document care accurately and communicate updates to the care team Execute physician prescribed plans of care. Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of recordManage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapiesConduct patient assessments, coordination of carePerform various activities associated with daily livingMonitor vitals and GI intake and outputAssess skin integrity and administer wound careMonitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progressionCommunicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patientsProvide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health AideWork with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environmentCollaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care AttendantsPerform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needsOn-Call ExpectationsMust remain reachable and prepared to report to assigned patient homes during scheduled on-call hoursFailure to respond or report as required may result in forfeiture of on-call pay and removal from the on-call rosterMust be prepared to work patient shifts of up to 12 hours when activatedScheduling12-hour or 24-hour on-call periods availableParticipation in a weekend on-call rotation may be requiredMinimum QualificationsEducation, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of NursingCurrent State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical NurseCurrent CPR certificationTB test and physical examinationMaintain required insuranceGood interpersonal skillsHand-eye coordination and manual dexterityAbility to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patientsAbility to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisionsMust have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s homeAbility to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life carePreferred QualificationsMinimum of 1 year experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health settingAbility to assist with two person assistWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Registered Nurse- up to $50/hour, based on years of experience.Licensed Practical- Nurse up to $40/hour, based on years of experience.