ED Palliative Care Navigator (RN)

Partner's Healthcare; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Differentials & bonuses

Recognition programs

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital, part of Mass General Brigham, seeks a registered nurse to provide specialized palliative care within the Emergency Department. You will perform assessments, coordinate with the multidisciplinary team, and guide patients through program pathways.

Requirements include RN license, Bachelor’s preferred, CHPN preferred, and at least 2 years in palliative care or hospice. ED and ICU experience are valued.

Qualifications

• RN with state license; CHPN certification preferred.
• At least 2 years of RN experience with a Palliative Care or Hospice team in the last 5 years.
• Experience with Serious Illness Conversation Guide and/or Vital Talk.

Responsibilities

• Identify ED patients for Palliative Care consultation and pathways.
• Perform initial patient assessments in the ED and when appropriate.
• Huddles with ED, Palliative Care and other teams to determine pathway suitability.
• Educate clinicians on criteria and pathway entry; ensure patient progresses through pathways.
• Interface with Clinical Team and Case Management regarding disposition.
• Maintain clinical data and medical records for the ED-embedded Palliative Care Program.
• Participate in case reviews, data analysis, and quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Nursing process

Direct patient care

Team collaboration

Quality improvement

Medication administration

Education

Certificate/Diploma Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Newton-Wellesley Hospital, part of Mass General Brigham, seeks a registered nurse to provide specialized palliative care within the Emergency Department. You will perform assessments, coordinate with the multidisciplinary team, and guide patients through program pathways.

Requirements include RN license, Bachelor’s preferred, CHPN preferred, and at least 2 years in palliative care or hospice. ED and ICU experience are valued.