Hospice Nurses--Comprehensive Orientation Program Offered! Positions available in the North Sho[...]

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 128,960 - 145,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

403(b)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a Hospice RN to provide compassionate care to patients at the end of life. This role involves developing patient-specific care plans, conducting assessments, and supervising Hospice Aides. Candidates should possess an active Massachusetts RN license and have 1-2 years of direct care nursing experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including PTO and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• An active valid Massachusetts RN license.
• An active American Health Association BLS certification.
• At least 1-2 years of direct care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete and document an initial assessment of patient and family.
• Provide information regarding the dying process and expectations.
• Develop a patient-specific plan of care.
• Instruct and supervise care given by Hospice Aides.
• Participate in bi-weekly hospice case conference.

Skills

Direct care nursing experience

Patient assessment

Pain management

Medication instruction

Education

Associate’s Degree or BSN from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

About

Thinking about becoming a hospice nurse? Beth Israel Lahey Health at Home offers a comprehensive orientation training program that consists of:

• 12 weeks of hands‑on hospice training in an orientation setting
• Designated preceptors
• Comprehensive end‑of‑life training
• Ongoing tailor‑made mentorship based on individual needs

Becoming a hospice nurse is a uniquely rewarding journey that empowers nurses to profoundly influence how patients and their families face the challenging stage of terminal illness. Nurses who have found success in Hospice have come from Oncology/Hematology departments, Skilled Nursing facilities, Med‑Surg nursing, and more!

Job Description

Hospice RN positions are available in the North Shore, Woburn/Central, and Boston/Greater Boston areas! Apply here and a member of our team will reach out!

What You’ll Do

The Hospice RN plans and delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interacts with patients, significant others, and other interdisciplinary team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing and clinical competency.

More Specifically

• Complete and document an initial assessment of patient and family to determine hospice care needs.
• Perform a complete physical assessment of patient and history of current and previous illness(es).
• Provide information to the patient and family regarding the dying process and expectations.
• Develop a patient‑specific plan of care, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and palliative nursing actions with emphasis on pain and symptom management.
• Provide instruction to patient and family regarding medication actions, side effects, dosage, route, and frequency;
• Provide documentation of services utilizing problem‑oriented record;
• Instruct and supervise care given by Hospice Aides; Supervise the care provided by the Hospice Aide every two (2) weeks minimally, and as needed.
• Participate in bi‑weekly hospice case conference or as required.

What You’ll Need

• Associate’s Degree or BSN (preferred) from an accredited school of nursing;
• An active valid Massachusetts RN license;
• An active American Health Association BLS certification;
• At least 1‑2 years of direct care nursing experience

What You’ll Get

• A highly competitive salary & benefits package, including generous PTO, 403(b), and tuition reimbursement
• A reasonable geographic territory with strong clinical support resources
• A highly inclusive, diverse team that values the input of all staff to provide excellent patient care

Pay Range

$128,960.00 USD – $145,600.00 USD

— the pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care