Palliative Care Nurse PRN

University of Maryland Medical System; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 50,254 - 63,493; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in Charles County, MD seeks a compassionate RN for palliative care. You will join a multidisciplinary team, coordinate care across settings, and support patients and families through complex transitions.

Requirements include an active Maryland RN license, minimum two years in a hospital, and BSN preferred. Certification in palliative care is encouraged within two years of hire; confidentiality and patient rights are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license in Maryland
• Minimum of two years’ hospital experience
• BSN or related bachelor degree preferred
• Palliative care certification not mandatory to start, but should be completed within 2 years of employment
• Demonstrated authentic belief and acceptance of palliative care principles
• Licensure in the State of Maryland is required

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of advancing directives and assisting patients/families with completion
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Screen patients for palliative care needs
• Ensure effective communication with patients, caregivers, families and all disciplines for smooth transitions of care
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and departmental documents
• Communicate and teach stages of chronic conditions
• Effectively communicate end-of-life care and make hospice referrals when needed

Skills

Advanced directive knowledge

Independent worker

Palliative care screening

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Chronic condition education

End-of-life communication

Education

Registered Nurse License (Maryland)

BSN preferred

Palliative care certification anticipated within 2 years

Job description

Job Requirements

The University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC) located in one of the fastest growing counties in Maryland, Charles County is a charming community steeped in culture and history — and UM CRMC is in the heart of it all. Generations of families have been born in this community hospital and continue to trust the staff with their health and safety. UM Charles Regional has provided excellence in acute health care and preventive services in Charles County and the surrounding communities for more than 80 years.

The University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC) located in one of the fastest growing counties in Maryland, Charles County is a charming community steeped in culture and history — and UM CRMC is in the heart of it all. Generations of families have been born in this community hospital and continue to trust the staff with their health and safety. UM Charles Regional has provided excellence in acute health care and preventive services in Charles County and the surrounding communities for more than 80 years.

UM CRMC is a 98-bed medical center, with 373 medical staff delivering compassionate, award-winning care.

• Knowledge of advanced directive and ability to assist patients and families with completion when needed
• Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge and skills to screen patients for palliative care needs
• Ensure effective communication is established with the patients, caregivers, families, and all disciplines to facilitate a successful transition across the continuum of care
• The ability to ensure the confidentiality and rights of all patient and departmental documents is required
• The ability to effectively communicate and teach stages of chronic conditions
• The ability to effectively communicate end of life care and make referrals to Hospice care when needed

Work Experience

To qualify for the position, the candidate must have a current licensure as a registered nurse. The candidate must have at least two years’ experience in a hospital setting. The candidate is preferred to have a BSN or other related bachelor level degree. Certification in palliative care not mandatory to start, yet requested to be completed within 2 years of employment. An authentic belief and acceptance of Palliative Care principles is essential.

Licensed in the State of Maryland

Benefits

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $36.48-$46.09
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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