Hospice - Admissions Nurse

JSSA • Rockville, MD

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About The Position

The Hospice Admissions Nurse provides hospice and palliative care to patients and their families, supporting dignity and comfort for individuals, peace of mind for families, and respect for cultural traditions and customs. The nurse performs initial patient assessments, obtains informed consent for hospice admission, supports referral sources and families, facilitates end-of-life conversations, and develops an initial plan of care in consultation with a physician. Care is delivered in patients’ places of residence throughout Montgomery County. The schedule is four 10-hour days per week, from 8:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

• Active RN license to practice in Maryland.
• At least 3 years of acute care and/or hospice experience.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide meaningful care and communicate with terminally ill patients.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications and EMR systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, independent transportation to provide care to hospice patients throughout Montgomery County.

Nice To Haves

• CHPN certification preferred.
• Familiarity with Netsmart/My-Unity or Homecare Homebase.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial assessments of patients’ needs.
• Obtain fully informed consent before admitting patients to the hospice program.
• Serve as a clinical resource for referral sources and patients’ family members.
• Facilitate end-of-life conversations and decision-making with families or caregivers.
• Prepare and discuss an initial plan of care with the physician.
• Deliver quality hospice and palliative care services in patients’ places of residence.
• Represent the agency professionally when communicating with patients, families, and physicians.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Work-life balance and a collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed