Hospice Nurse

Boston Medical Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Free on-site parking

Supportive, mission-driven team

Day and night shift opportunities

Job summary

Gilchrist Center Baltimore seeks compassionate Hospice Nurses to join day and night shifts, delivering high-quality end-of-life care alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team.

Enjoy competitive compensation, shift differentials where eligible, free on-site parking, and a mission-driven work environment. Expect collaboration with physicians, social workers, and support staff to support patients and families during challenging times.

Qualifications

• ADN and/or BSN from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to patients with life-limiting illness and support families.

Skills

Infection control

Time management

Interpersonal skills

EMR

Patient-focused care

Education

ADN/BSN

Tools

EMR

Job description

Identifies patient/family care needs and provides nursing and supportive care for the terminally ill patient and their families. ️ Join the Gilchrist Center Baltimore Hospice Nursing Team! ️Are you a compassionate nurse looking to make a meaningful difference while earning competitive compensation? Gilchrist Center Baltimore is seeking talented Hospice Nurses for both day and night shift teams.Why Join Gilchrist? Competitive pay Shift differential for eligible shifts Free on-site parking Supportive, mission-driven team Day and night shift opportunities Opportunity to provide exceptional end-of-life careMake every shift count by helping patients and families when they need it most.EducationADN and/or BSN from an accredited institution.ExperienceTwo years of nursing experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.SkillsKnowledgeable of universal precautions for infection control and employs safe practices for self-protectionStrong time management skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to be patient- and family-focusedSkill in the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) and/or ability to learnLicensures, CertificationsCurrent Maryland registered nursing license.Physical RequirementsJob entails some standing, sitting, stooping, bending, and walking. Ability to stand and walk almost constantly, up to 90% of work time, and lifting and positioning patients up to 50% of work time.Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail, often in stressful situations.Working ConditionsNormal patient care environment with possible exposure to excessive noise, dust, and temperature variations.Exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases.Conditions of EmploymentMaintain current nursing license.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides quality nursing care to patients with life-limiting illness to maintain the highest level of care for the patient in conjunction with the primary physician by initiating and maintaining the nursing process.Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement a patient-directed individualized plan of care. Consults with attending physician when necessary.Evaluates patient/family response to intervention and modifies care plan appropriately.Provides patient and family education to achieve skills necessary to maintain quality care, promote patient/family independence, and facilitate the patient living fully until death.Teaches patient/family infection control protocols.Documents on appropriate charts and forms in an accurate and timely manner to provide a written record of the inpatient course.Participates in the Quality Improvement Program to maintain or improve the quality of patient care.Provides direction and supervision to Patient Care Partners, Unit Receptionists, and volunteers to maintain the environment.Accurately completes daily acuity assessments for assigned patients.Attends to patients and families at the time of patient death.All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:RespectI will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellenceI will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.Meets and/or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountabilityI will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.Sets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamworkI will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical BehaviorI will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResultsI will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.Embraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products/servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range$32.18 - $49.46Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.