Hospice RN

Established in the region, Hospice of the Chesapeake is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and support services. As a per diem RN at our Inpatient Care Center in Waldorf, MD, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate care to patients and their families.

Salary: The hourly rate for this position is $45.00.

Job Description

We are seeking experienced RNs to join our team, providing GIP-level hospice care to patients at our Charles County Inpatient Care Center. This PRN (as-needed) position requires 2 12-hr shifts per month, including weekends, and 1 holiday per year. During the initial training period, you will work 1 12-hour shift and complete 12 hours of flexible online learning.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care, ensuring each patient receives necessary treatments, medications, and diet as tolerated.
• Identify, communicate, and collaborate on patient problems/priorities/issues based on assessment data, establishing measurable patient goals and communicating the plan of care to the interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with patients/families when developing the plan of care, adjusting communication style as necessary.
• Ensure patient/caregiver teaching and patient/caregiver level of understanding and response to teaching are documented.
• Complete electronic documentation, following the appropriate protocol.
• Assist Field Teams when needed.

Qualifications

• Current Maryland RN license or accepted reciprocal out-of-state nursing licensure; and/or CHPN certification preferred.
• 2 or more years of nursing experience in med/surg or home care required, with experience in hospice, end-of-life, or critical care experience preferred.
• Hospice certification (CHP) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to prioritize and delegate.
• Familiarity and comfort with documenting in an Electronic Medical Record.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and reliable transportation.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive hourly rate and eligibility for participation in our 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.

Other

In accordance with Hospice of the Chesapeake's commitment to leadership and industry-leading care, we require that all employees be vaccinated against COVID and influenza, as well as being screened for TB upon hire and annually thereafter.