Hospice Registered Nurse
Leominster, Massachusetts
Amedisys Beacon Hospice

Job Title

Hospice Registered Nurse

Location

Leominster, Massachusetts

Employment Type

Travel/Contract

Contract Length

13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide and coordinate home nursing care according to physician orders and agency policies.
• Directly supervise and evaluate Home Health Aides and Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses.
• Average patient load: 5-8 patients per day.
• Types of visits include Start of Care, Wound Care, Follow-up Visits, etc.
• Must be willing to travel up to 75 miles from the home clinic, with an estimated weekly travel of 150-200 miles.
• Use of HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) EMR required; proficiency within the last 6 months preferred. RNs must also be proficient in OASIS.
• Typical schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (5x8 hours). Some positions may have a 4x10 schedule (Friday-Monday).
• No guaranteed hours; floating to nearby clinics possible if patient census is low.
• Dress code: Scrubs.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum of 1 year of hospice nursing experience within the last year.
• Experience in a Home Health setting.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Proficiency with HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) documentation system.

Schedule and On-Call Requirements

• No weekend rotation or on-call required for this assignment.
• Weekend and on-call requirements may vary by location and profession; discuss during interview if applicable.

Coverage Area

• Leominster, MA and a 30-mile radius.

Productivity Expectations

• Weekly units of productivity: 25-30.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Must complete a standard background check covering the last 7 years, including SS trace, county, nationwide, sex offender, and state-specific searches.
• Required state-specific clearances for Massachusetts, including MA Nurse Aide Registry Search and iCORI clearance.
• Fingerprinting required as per state mandates.
• Education verification required for nursing degree.
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug test required.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Physical exam within 12 months prior to start.
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
  • Proof of immunity or vaccination for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or documented declination.
  • COVID-19 vaccination series or documented declination.
• Two professional references required.
• Verification of work history for at least the last 7 years or two most recent employers.

Additional Compliance and Facility-Specific Requirements

• Candidates must review and sign various compliance documents prior to start, including but not limited to:

  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality and Privacy Policies (HIPAA)
  • Compliance Training and Attestations
  • Hospice Core Care Policy and Scenarios
  • Employee Responsibility Agreement
  • COVID-19 Policy and Attestation
  • TB Questionnaire
• Personal or auto insurance policy required, must be current and under candidate’s name or list candidate as a driver.

Notes

• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers.
• Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard rate for travel between patient homes (commute to/from first and last patient is not reimbursed).
• Must be proficient in required EMR systems and documentation standards.
• Understaffing is the reason for this contractor need.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Hospice RN travel contract in Massachusetts.