Hospice - Weekend Visit Nurse
About The Position
Our Hospice team has immediate openings for part-time and PRN Weekend Visit Nurses. You will work for one of the top Hospice programs in Montgomery County providing patients and their families with exceptional end-of-life care that supports dignity and comfort for individuals, peace of mind to families, and honors cultural traditions and customs. The Weekend Visit Nurse will deliver quality hospice and palliative care services to patients in their place of residence. S/he will perform initial assessment of patient’s needs, serve as a clinical resource for referral sources and patients/family members, facilitate end of life conversations and decision-making with the family or caregiver. Additionally s/he will represent our organization when communicating with patients, families, and physicians. Schedule is every other weekend, Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30am-5pm.
Requirements
- An active State of Maryland RN license
- A minimum of 3 years of acute care and/or hospice experience
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide meaningful care to communicate with the terminally ill
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong organization skills
- Proficient computer skills
- A valid driver’s license and reliable, independent transportation to provide care to hospice patients in Montgomery County
- Must be available to work the assigned weekend shift
Nice To Haves
- CHPN certification preferred
- Prior Hospice experience preferred
- Familiarity with Netsmart My-Unity electronic medical records a plus
Responsibilities
- Deliver quality hospice and palliative care services to patients in their place of residence
- Perform initial assessment of patient’s needs
- Serve as a clinical resource for referral sources and patients/family members
- Facilitate end of life conversations and decision-making with the family or caregiver
- Represent our organization when communicating with patients, families, and physicians
Benefits
- Paid orientation and trainings
- Mileage reimbursement at the current IRS rate
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with match
- Collaborative team environment
- Many opportunities for personal and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
