Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice
Jewish Social Services
North Bethesda, MD

Hospice - Admissions Nurse (Full Time)

Our Hospice team has an opening for a full time Admissions Nurse. For nearly 30 years, our hospice has offered a wide range of quality medical and support services, from symptom and pain management to emotional and spiritual guidance for patients and their families. We are the hospice in the community to turn to for exceptional end-of-life care that supports dignity and comfort for individuals, provides peace of mind to families, and honors cultural traditions and customs. Essential Functions: * Deliver quality hospice and palliative care services to patients in their homes. * Performs initial assessment of patient's needs to determine eligibility into hospice services. * Serves as a clinical resource for referral sources to patients/family members. * Facilitates end of life conversations and decision-making with the family or caregiver. * Represents our organization well when communicating with patients, families, and physicians. * Must be able to work a four 10-hour days schedule: Mon/Tu/Th/Fr. Qualifications * Must have an active RN license to practice in the State of Maryland. * CHPN certification preferred. * A minimum of 3 years of acute care and/or hospice experience. * Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide meaningful care to communicate with the terminally ill. * Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication and customer service skills. * Great attention to detail and strong organization skills. * Proficient with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office 365. * A valid driver's license and reliable, independent transportation to provide care to hospice patients in Montgomery County. Benefits: * Supportive work environment * Mileage reimbursement * Competitive compensation and benefits package * Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision insurance * 403b Retirement Plan * Paid Leave (sick/vacation/personal/holidays) * And much more... All staff must comply with our mandatory COVID vaccination policy requiring staff to be up to date on their vaccination(s). #RNC The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping people across the Washington metropolitan area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges for more than 120 years. A nonsectarian provider, we serve people of all religious backgrounds, races and ethnicities, helping the youngest child to the most fragile senior, from individuals to entire families. JSSA provides services and support to nearly 31,000 individuals a year through our wide range of counseling, educational, specialized employment, in-home support, hospice and nursing care, and social services. We are a growing Agency and strive to be an Employer of Choice. As such we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a healthy work-life balance, collaborative team environment and many opportunities for personal growth and professional development. We pride ourselves on our mission to be the first place for the Jewish community, as well as the community at large, to turn for clinical and social services of the highest quality that sustain and nurture all who seek assistance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. AA/M/F/D Other details * Pay Type Salary Apply Now * 6123 Montrose Rd, North Bethesda, MD 20852, USA