Admissions RN

Montgomery Hospice and Prince George's Hospice is an independent, nonprofit, community-based organization that serves patients and families at a time in life when they are most vulnerable. We employ RNs, certified nursing assistants, social workers, counselors, physicians, chaplains, as well as professional and supportive administrative staff. We are proud to offer high-quality, compassionate care to patients and their families throughout Montgomery County and Prince George's County. As dedicated caregivers helping patients and families, we know that we must also take care of ourselves.

Montgomery Hospice and Prince George's Hospice has created a work environment that professionally and emotionally supports the people who take on this heartfelt work.

• Position: Admissions RN
• Category: Clinical, Admissions
• Type: Company Employee
• Status: Per Diem
• Schedule: On-call shifts, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
• Benefits Eligible- No

Position Summary:

The Admissions RN is responsible for assessing patients and families who request admission to Montgomery Hospice. During assigned visits, the Admissions RN provides a comprehensive assessment of patients to be admitted and initiates the plan of care and functions in other nursing capacities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current state of Maryland Nursing License. CHPN preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program. B.S.N preferred.
• Two years of recent medical-surgical experience, preferably with oncology/multi-system failure.
• Previous hospice or home experience strongly preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accurately assesses patients and family needs.
• Identifies and recommends medical equipment and supplies that will assist in maintaining patient’s comfort and caregivers’ ability to provide care.
• Identifies the need for additional services, including nutritional assessment, physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy and initiates appropriate referrals.
• Assesses need for and educates caregivers on safety and emergency preparedness, including safe use of medical equipment.
• Conveys physician’s requests to appropriate staff on appropriate forms.

EEO Statement:

Montgomery Hospice and Prince George's Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and always employs qualified individuals based on job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and protected veteran or disability status.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $360.00 per day

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Medical specialties:

• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Maryland or compact RN license (Required)

Work Location: On the road