What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Hospice Nurse position at Frederick Health?
Job Summary
Provides skilled professional nursing care to the patient as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with regulations as established by the State Board of Nursing and department policies. The RN/Case Manager coordinates the interdisciplinary care team for the patient and family to assure continuity of care. Services may be provided to neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrates clinical competency in area of practice. Understands Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying.
- Must be licensed driver with a reliable vehicle that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements.
- Self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.
- Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and proper use of equipment listed on the Unit Specific Competency Tool.
- Demonstrates knowledge of office equipment including but not limited to: telephone, photocopier, facsimile equipment, computer and printer.
Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- At least 2 years general nursing experience is required with current Hospice, medical, surgical, critical care or home health experience. Experience providing pain management, IV skills preferred.
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing Required or Associates degree in Nursing with a signed BSN agreement to obtain a BSN within 5 yrs of employment.
Physical Requirements:
Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).
Other:
Must be a licensed driver with a good driving record and reliable transportation.
Full time position 72 hrs per bi-weekly pay period
• Saturday and Sunday 8am - 8pm and 1 rotational weekday per week
• Associate Degree considered/ BSN agreement required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• MBON RN license or compact state equivalent
Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.
Pay range: $35.00 - $52.00
Salary : $35 - $52
