Contact for all jobs: Jackie Forde
Interested candidates should submit a resume to hospicejobs@hns.org
Position
RN – Full Time (covering North Shore)
Position Summary
Responsible for identifying patient/family needs and for providing supportive care in accordance with the attending physician's orders and plan of care and Hospice of the North Shore policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Current MA RN license in good standing. Minimum of three years of varied work experience as a professional nurse, preferably one of those years in an acute setting. Hospice nursing experience is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, flexible and cooperative in fulfilling role obligation and ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Must have a valid MA driving license in good standing and reliable transportation as these roles require travel.
Position
RN - Part Time - 12hr shifts, every other weekend
Position Summary
Responsible for identifying patient/family needs and for providing supportive care in accordance with the attending physician's orders and plan of care and Hospice of the North Shore policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Current MA RN license in good standing. Minimum of three years of varied work experience as a professional nurse, preferably one of those years in an acute setting. Hospice nursing experience is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, flexible and cooperative in fulfilling role obligation and ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Must have a valid MA driving license in good standing and reliable transportation as these roles require travel.
Position
Hospice and Palliative Care Physician
1 weekend per month at Kaplan Family Hospice House
Position Summary
Reporting to the Medical Director, the Hospice and Palliative Care Physician has responsibility for the direction of the medical component of assigned patients and is an integral member of the HNS interdisciplinary team (IDT). The Physician will also provide outreach and educational activities for HNS. Participates as a member of the Palliative Care Team in the development and implementation of the plan of care for each patient/family.
Qualifications
Current license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Board certified with a minimum of two years experience in Internal Medicine, Family Practice or a related field. Privileges or eligible for privileges as an attending physician with one or more Hospice of the North Shore contracted acute care hospitals. Successful completion of a palliative care fellowship program strongly preferred. Eligibility and/or certification by the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) desirable; willingness to obtain certification within three years required. Demonstrated competency in symptom control measures and appropriate palliative care for terminally ill patients. Demonstrated understanding of and support of an IDT approach to patient care planning and delivery.
Position
Nurse Practitioner
Per diem
Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner provides nursing care and assumes responsibility for participating in the direction of the medical care to patients in multiple settings (homes, Long Term Care/Assisted Living Facilities and the Kaplan Family Hospice House, which is an inpatient unit). The Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with the HNS Medical Director as well as patients’ attending/primary physicians and the hospice interdisciplinary team to meet the medical needs of patients for palliation and management of their terminal illness and related conditions. Position reports to the Medical Director.
Qualifications
Licensed RN and Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner certification in advanced practice palliative management required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing required with a Master’s degree strongly preferred. Minimum of five (5) years nursing experience preferred. Minimum of two (2) years experience as a nurse practitioner preferred, ideally in an oncology, palliative care or hospice setting.
Demonstrated knowledge of symptom control measures and appropriate palliative care for terminally ill patients.
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, flexible and cooperative in fulfilling role obligation and ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills and conflict resolution.
Position
Social Worker - PT 32hrs
Territory
Southern Tier – Arlington, Back Back Bay, Belmont, Brookline, Burlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Winchester and Woburn
Position Summary
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the social worker reports to a Patient Care Manager, and is responsible for planning and providing supportive services to terminally ill patients and families.
The social worker is responsible for identifying patient/family psychosocial needs, and for addressing those needs through direct service and/or consultation with other staff members in accordance with the hospice plan of care.
Qualifications
Master's degree in social work or related field preferred. Current Massachusetts social work licensure (LICSW preferred, LCSW accepted with appropriate work experience). Minimum three years counseling experience. Experience counseling terminally ill persons and their families; knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources. Experience and training in leading support groups, and skill in the area of family psychosocial assessment.
Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings. 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.
Position
Social Worker – Part Time 24hrs: Mon, Wed, Fri
Position Summary
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the social worker reports to a Clinical Manager, and is responsible for planning and providing supportive services to terminally ill patients and families.
The social worker is responsible for identifying patient/family psychosocial needs, and for addressing those needs through direct service and/or consultation with other staff members in accordance with the hospice plan of care.
Qualifications
Master's degree in social work or related field preferred. Current Massachusetts social work licensure (LICSW preferred, LCSW accepted with appropriate work experience). Minimum three years counseling experience. Experience counseling terminally ill persons and their families; knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources. Experience and training in leading support groups, and skill in the area of family psychosocial assessment.
Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings. 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.
Position
Hospice Aide – Full Time
Territory
Southern Tier – Arlington, Back Back Bay, Belmont, Brookline, Burlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Winchester and Woburn
Position Summary
We have an immediate need for an aide to cover our Southern Tier on a full time basis. Weekend rotation required.
In this position, the hospice aide will be responsible for providing and/or assisting patients with personal care needs, ambulation, and other appropriate tasks within private homes and long term care facilities.
Qualifications
Minimum one year experience as either a Home Health Aide or CNA in home care or a long term care setting.
Home Health Aide certification or CNA license in good standing with the nurse aide registry and not have had a lapse in a 24 month period.
Must have a valid MA driver's license in good standing with reliable transportation.
Position
Hospice Aide – Per Diem evenings and weekends
Position Summary
We are currently looking for per diem hospice aides to provide care to patients in their homes, long term care and assisted living facilities in the evenings and on weekends.
The Hospice Aide is responsible for providing and/or assisting the patient with personal care needs, ambulation, supplementary services including meal preparation, and other appropriate tasks as indicated by the Primary Nurse. Charting on the appropriate agency forms is also required.
Qualifications
Minimum one year experience as either a Home Health Aide or CNA in home care or a long term care setting.
Home Health Aide certification or CNA license in good standing with the nurse aide registry and not have had a lapse in a 24 month period.