Job Description

Care Dimensions has a truly meaningful purpose to provide compassionate care to our patients who are faced with an advanced or end?of?life illness. Since 1978, Care Dimensions has been a driving force in expanding access to hospice and palliative care in Massachusetts. At Care Dimensions, we invest in people who take pride in caring and supporting. We support and strengthen our people with extensive training, teamwork and technology. Our values are embedded in our work, each and every day: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Responsiveness, Innovation. As part of the Care Dimensions team, youll gain the support and inspiration for a career youll find meaningful every day.

Schedule

Saturday and Sunday every weekend.

Summary

The RN Baylor Nurse works under the supervision of the Clinical Manager or Director or designee. Scheduled hours worked are 24 weekend hours with pay and benefits reflecting 32 hours. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the RN Baylor Nurse works under the supervision of a Clinical Manager or Director and the attending physician to coordinate all aspects of the patients care in accordance with current professional standards and practice to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient/family needs and provide supportive care in accordance with the attending physicians orders and plan of care and Care Dimensions policies and procedures.
• Obtain relevant clinical information from patient records and from other staff members to ensure necessary familiarity with patient/family situations which require intervention.
• Communicate pertinent information to primary nurse and/or designated manager.
• Maintain regular and effective communication with other clinical staff, so that patient activities are coordinated and consistent.
• Perform other duties assigned as required or requested.
• Obtain and maintain any certifications required for the performance of this functional role as defined by Care Dimensions.
• Transport self to patients home/facility; may be multiple locations in a work day.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse, currently licensed in Massachusetts in good standing.
• Associates degree in nursing required; Bachelors degree in nursing, or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum three years of varied work experience as a professional nurse, and preferably one of the three years in an acute setting.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings.
• Skilled in nursing practice, able to cope with family emotional stress and tolerant of individual lifestyles.
• Demonstrated understanding of hospice philosophy and principles.
• Demonstrated ability to be self?directed, flexible and cooperative in fulfilling role obligation and ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and in good working order.

Pay Range & Benefits

Pay Range: $37 - $52 USD per week.

Benefits are offered to employees that are scheduled to work 20+ hours/week and include a generous earned time (vacation days) program, tuition reimbursement, scholarship programs, student loan paydown program, two retirement plans, and medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Care Dimensions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation during any part of the interview process may request one.

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