Hospice Registered Nurse

Pathways Healthcare; Maryland; On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare is hiring a registered nurse to join our in-home care team in Worcester, MA. The role focuses on patient assessment, care planning, and family collaboration to ensure high-quality outcomes.

You will participate in on-call duties, supervise support staff, and contribute to ongoing quality improvement while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits with ample opportunities for professional growth within a

Qualifications

• 2+ years' nursing experience, preferably in geriatrics.
• New nurses, feel free to apply with our extensive training program.
• Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Proficient with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient status; write and initiate care plans.
• Re-evaluate patient and family needs; revise plans as necessary.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and document changes in condition.

Skills

Nursing experience

Bedside manner

Communication skills

CPR certification

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Why Join Pathways?

• Work in a supportive team environment and amazing corporate culture.
• Impact patients’ lives directly by providing in-home care.
• Opportunities for continued growth and professional development.

Position Details:

• Main Office location: Worcester, MA
• Service Area: Worcester territory.
• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Salary Range: $78k-95k/Annual Salary

Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by:
• Writing and initiating plan of care.
• Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs.
• Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient.
• Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.

Additional Duties:

• Participates in on-call duties.
• Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.
• Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ nursing experience, preferably in geriatrics is desirable.
• New nurses, feel free to apply! We have a great training program.
• Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Proficient with electronic medical records.
• Excellent bedside manner and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of health care laws and regulations.
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, HMO & PPO Plans, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Flexible Spending Account.
• Flexible schedule to promote work-life balance.
• Opportunities for leadership development and professional growth.
• Consistent day-shift hours and work schedule.

Pathways Healthcare is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and fostering a positive work environment for our team members. If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!