Compassionate Hospice Admissions Nurse — On-Call & PTO

Compass Regional Hospice; Centreville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (CareFirst)

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Will Prep Services

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% match

Gym membership

7 paid holidays

5 weeks of PTO

Job summary

Compass Regional Hospice in Centreville, MD is seeking a dedicated Hospice Admissions Nurse to join our clinical team. You will assess patients, educate families about hospice benefits, enroll patients, and coordinate with the attending physician and case manager to ensure compassionate end-of-life care.

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, planning, education, and supporting families through admission.

Qualifications

• RN degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Maryland.
• 1-2 years’ hospice experience preferred.
• Must complete Hospice and Palliative Care Certification within 24 months of hire.
• Ability to cope with family emotional stress.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and families on hospice benefits, end-of-life care and symptom management.
• Enroll patients into hospice services in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with attending physicians and other hospice staff to optimize care.
• Perform physical assessment and initiate the plan of care for adult and pediatric patients.
• Maintain regular communication with the Director of Clinical Services.
• Provide support at time of death and during bereavement.

Skills

Nursing practice

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Education

RN degree in nursing

Maryland RN license

Job description

Compass Regional Hospice in Centreville, MD is seeking a dedicated Hospice Admissions Nurse to join our clinical team. You will assess patients, educate families about hospice benefits, enroll patients, and coordinate with the attending physician and case manager to ensure compassionate end-of-life care.

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, planning, education, and supporting families through admission.