Job description
We are currently seeking a full-time Hospice Nurse to join our dynamic and dedicated hospice team.
Responsibilities of the Hospice Nurse include:
- Providing quality and compassionate nursing care in the home setting
- Identifying patient and family needs,
- Communicating with attending physicians, other hospice staff members and agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient and family.
- Attend interdisciplinary case conferences.
- Provide appropriate support at time of death and perform bereavement assessment if requested.
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide effective support to the patient and family.
- Demonstrated skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles.
- Current RN licensure in Massachusetts and a minimum one - two years experience in oncology, home health or hospice required.
Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits program including: Medical and Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Group short-term and long-term disability, Life insurance, Generous PTO, 401k Employer Contribution.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Case management: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- RN (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person