What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse Weekender Gilchrist Hospice Care position at GBMC HealthCare?
We are currently offering a Sign on Bonus of $3,000 for day and $5,000 for night!
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Hospice RN Weekender reports to the Team Manager. He/she is responsible for identifying patient/family care needs, and for providing nursing and supportive care for the terminally ill patient and their families.
Education |
Diploma, ADN and/or BSN from an accredited institution |
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Experience |
One to two years of nursing. Home Health or Hospice experience preferred. |
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Skills |
· Knowledgeable of universal precautions for infection control and practices safe nursing standards for self protection · Strong time management skills · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills · Ability to be patient and family focused · Skill in the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) and/or ability to learn · Skill in the use of Blackberry and portable computer |
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Licensures, Certifications |
· Current Maryland State license as a Registered Nurse · Certification in end-of-life care by the NBHPNA within three years of employment |
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Physical Requirements |
· Ability to stand and walk almost constantly up to ninety 90% of work time and lifting and positioning patients up to fifty 50% of work time. · Ability to perform home care visits · Ability to multitask · Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail and often in stressful situations. |
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Working Conditions |
· Normal office environment with driving as large part of the day in the field, which includes visits to patient's homes, some in unsafe areas (escort provided). · Exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases · Visits may be in a home or facility (Group Home, Assisted Living Facility, Nursing Home) |
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Conditions of Employment |
· Reliable transportation and auto insurance. · Valid Driver's License |
