Hospice of Washington Co. - Registered Nurse Float Pool Hospice

Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Inc.; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and PTO

Free parking

Transit subsidy

Job summary

Hospice of Washington County in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse Float to support patient care across settings. The role emphasizes compassionate nursing assessment, care planning, and timely interventions.

Candidates must hold an RN license in Maryland, have at least 2 years of relevant clinical experience (preferably hospice or home care), and complete a BSN within 3 years. Join a mission-driven team committed to quality end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing required.
• BSN preferred; Bachelor's degree must be completed within 3 years of start date.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience (long term care, hospice, palliative, or home care).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under general supervision.
• Use nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Administer medications and IV therapy as prescribed.
• Develop and update nursing plan of care and document in medical records.
• Coordinate patient care with family, physicians, and health team members.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Communication skills

Decision making

Documentation

Care planning

Medication administration

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

## Hospice of Washington Co. - Registered Nurse Float Pool HospiceApply: Hospice of Washington County Ship To: HWC-Franklin: Full time: Posted Today: JR107953Under general supervision, provides direct patient care to assigned patients.**Education**Associate degree from an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. Bachelor’s degree required within 3 years of start date.**Experience**Minimum of 2 year of relevant clinical experience, preferably in long term care, hospice, palliative, or home care.**Skills*** Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.* Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.* Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.* Interpersonal communication (oral and written) skills required in order to educate and comfort patients and their families, maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel, and maintain appropriate documentation records.* Proficiency in developing nursing plan of care, implementing effective nursing care, and evaluating outcome of nursing intervention.**Licensures, Certifications*** Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a registered nurse.**Physical Requirements*** Ability to stand and walk almost constantly up to ninety 90% of work time and lifting and positioning patients up to fifty 50% of work time.* Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail and often in stressful situations.* Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.* Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.* Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.* Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies to follow through with residents requests and use this information for evaluation of situation.* Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include medical and physical examinations.* Must be able to relate to and work well with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.**Working Conditions*** Normal patient care environment with possible exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature.* Exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases.**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**Utilization of Nursing ProcessAssessment* Compiles database and formulates nursing diagnosis.* Utilizes physical assessment and interviewing techniques.* Anticipates need for intervention by other disciplines.* Determines priorities for patient care needs or problems.* Reassesses the patient as indicated by changes in condition and/ or response to treatment(s)Planning.* Initiates and updates a written nursing plan of care for patients by incorporating scientific and psychosocial principles that support the nursing diagnosis.* Incorporates information obtained from the Team into written nursing plan of care.* Coordinates patient, family, significant other, and health team members in the planning.Implementation* Performs clinical nursing skills independently.* Administers medications, IV therapy and treatments appropriately and accurately.* Initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary.* Appropriately delegates and coordinates the duties of LPN & Hospice Aide staff.* Communicates the patient's status and plan of care through written documentation in the patient's medical record.* Verbally communicates the patient's status to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.* Communicates in a therapeutic manner with the patient, family and visitors.* Applies teaching/learning principles in education of patient and family.Patient Care Coordination* Manages daily patient assignment by appropriately setting priorities.* Delegates responsibility appropriately and monitors the nursing care delivered to patients by ancillary personnel.* Coordinates patient activities with other disciplines.Teaching and Quality Improvement* Develops, documents and implements Patient Teaching and Discharge Planning Record.* Participates in established patient, family, staff and/or student education program.* Identifies patient care problems. Takes action or refers problems to appropriate resources when indicated.**All Roles Must Demonstrate the GBMC Values:**Respect* Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy* Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellence* Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations* Actively pursues learning and self development* Pays attention to detail; follows throughAccountability* Sets a positive, professional example for others* Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them* Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties* Reports to work regularly and on timeTeamwork* Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team* Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way* Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions* Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical Behavior* Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment* Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResults* Embraces change and improvement in the work environment* Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services* Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles* Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently**Pay Range**$35.32 - $60.60Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.**Equal Employment Opportunity**GBMC 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.*Situated in scenic Towson, GBMC represents more than just a hospital; it's a legacy of over 60 years in premier healthcare. Our beautiful suburban campus is home to a facility with over 250 beds, 23,000 admissions, and 52,000 emergency room visits each year. GBMC is currently seeking talented, compassionate employees to support patients of the communities we serve. GBMC has also been named “best place to work!”**At GBMC Health Partners, we don't just provide comprehensive medical care – we build lasting relationships. When it comes to the care of our patients, for us, it's personal. Whether you’re a physician leading proactive health strategies, a nurse practitioner providing care, or a medical assistant ensuring seamless operations, your role here is pivotal.**At Gilchrist, we transcend traditional hospice care. Every individual's journey is unique, and we pride ourselves on being there, every step of the way. For over three decades, Gilchrist has stood as a pillar of compassion and dedication as Maryland's premier nonprofit provider for serious illness and end-of-life care. We are more than just a hospice; we are a life-affirming promise ensuring every moment is lived to its fullest.**Hospice of Washington County (HWC), situated in Hagerstown, MD, is the only licensed provider for hospice care within Washington County. Our team of committed professionals understands the importance of ensuring that every individual is able to LIVE their life to the fullest. The focus is on caring for the individual, not the cure. Hospice focuses on helping a person live; making the most of each minute, hour, day, week and month they may have during the final season of life. It is about allowing self-determined life closure; individuals remain the decisions makers of how they will spend their precious days, weeks, and months. Hospice focuses on quality of life, not quantity. We provide hospice care wherever the individual designates as their home. That can be in a private residence, nursing home, or assisted living facility. Hospice care is available to patients of any age, religion, race, or illness. Hospice care is covered under Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurance plans.***What We Offer:*** Competitive salary and generous paid time off* Free parking* Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC \"if applicable\"* Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center \"if applicable\"* Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs* Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage* 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan