RN Weekend Baylor MGH

Care Dimensions•Waltham, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Care Dimensions is hiring a weekend Baylor Registered Nurse to provide hospice care to patients with advanced or end-of-life illnesses. The position is scheduled for 24 hours each weekend and is paid and benefits-eligible as a 32-hour position, with an additional $10-per-hour premium. The regular schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; flexible shifts may be discussed. The nurse visits routine hospice patients and completes hospice admissions in inpatient, nursing facility, and home settings. Working under the supervision of a Clinical Manager, Director, or designee, the Registered Nurse is part of an interdisciplinary team and coordinates patient care according to professional standards and practice. The role focuses on maximizing the comfort and health of patients and families, identifying their needs, and providing supportive care consistent with physician orders, the plan of care, and Care Dimensions policies and procedures. The nurse communicates and coordinates with clinical staff and must be able to travel independently between patient locations. Care Dimensions provides hospice and palliative care in Massachusetts and describes its values as Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Responsiveness, and Innovation. The listed pay range is $46–$56 USD per hour; actual pay may depend on education, training, relevant experience, and work location. Benefits are available to employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week.

Requirements

Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.
Associate degree in nursing required.
At least three years of varied professional nursing experience.
Ability to assess and respond to patient and family needs in varied care settings.
Nursing practice skills and the ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerate individual lifestyles.
Demonstrated understanding of hospice philosophy and principles.
Ability to work independently, flexibly, and cooperatively in fulfilling role obligations and to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Valid driver's license and an insured, roadworthy automobile meeting state and/or organizational requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent preferred.
Preferably, one of the three years of nursing experience was in an acute setting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of patient care as a member of the interdisciplinary team, in accordance with professional standards and practice.
Visit routine hospice patients and conduct hospice admission visits in inpatient, nursing facility, and home settings.
Identify patient and family needs and provide supportive care in accordance with attending physician orders, the plan of care, and organizational policies and procedures.
Review patient records and consult other staff to obtain clinical information and become familiar with patient and family situations requiring intervention.
Communicate pertinent information to the primary nurse and/or designated manager.
Maintain regular and effective communication with clinical staff to coordinate patient activities and provide consistent care.
Obtain and maintain certifications required for the role.
Travel independently to patient homes and facilities, potentially visiting multiple locations during a workday.
Perform other assigned or requested duties.