Hospice - Weekend Visit Nurse

Job description

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. Functions: • 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. Position Qualifications: • An active State of Maryland RN license, CHPN certification preferred, and a minimum of 3 years of acute care and/or hospice experience. • Prior Hospice experience preferred. • 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, and proficient computer skills. • Familiarity with Netsmart My-Unity electronic medical records a plus. • 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. We offer: • Rate per visit $105 inclusive of documentation • 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 • and more... The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping people across the Washington metropolitan area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges for more than 120 years. A nonsectarian provider, we serve people of all religious backgrounds, races and ethnicities, helping the youngest child to the most fragile senior, from individuals to entire families. JSSA provides services and support to nearly 31,000 individuals a year through our wide range of counseling, educational, specialized employment, in-home support, hospice and nursing care, and social services. We are a growing Agency and strive to be an Employer of Choice. As such we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a healthy work-life balance, collaborative team environment and many opportunities for personal growth and professional development. We pride ourselves on our mission to be the first place for the Jewish community, as well as the community at large, to turn for clinical and social services of the highest quality that sustain and nurture all who seek assistance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. AA/M/F/D