Palliative Care Education & Outreach Specialist

GBMC HealthCare

105d • $60,150 - $102,255

About The Position

Under general supervision functions as a consultant, educator, and expert nursing or social work practitioner. Supports Senior Advisor and is accountable for statewide education and outreach for healthcare providers and patients/caregivers. Serves as organizational resource to ensure evidence-based practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Nursing or Social Work required.
• At least two (2) years’ experience as an RN or as a Social Worker in relevant clinical area.
• Prior project management experience.
• Current Maryland Registered Nurse licensure or Social Work licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s in Nursing or Social Work preferred.
• CHPN or CHP-SW preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of palliative care theory, practice and education.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Teaches and coaches healthcare providers in best practices for excellent patient and family care.
• Acts as a best practice specialist on nursing or social work skills for the seriously ill, palliative, geriatric, and hospice patients.
• Develops content and supports the Senior Advisor in the statewide palliative care education and outreach initiative.
• Identifies ongoing provider and patient/caregiver educational needs through assessment of practice during ad-hoc field visits.
• Participates in formal and informal education programs in area of expertise throughout the organization.
• Collaborates with multiple leaders in a variety of departments across the organization.
• Interprets and implements research findings into the clinical practice setting as appropriate.
• Leads, facilitates, and/or participates in Process Improvement Teams.
• Serves as a resource for clinical policy and procedure development and dissemination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous paid time off.
• Free parking.
• Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC if applicable.
• Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center if applicable.
• Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees