Celebrated as the #2 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2023 by The Washington Post, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65 countries.
Goodwin Living ranks #2 thanks to team members who respond to an annual survey conducted by a neutral, third-party resource. Here are some reasons they honor us with this ranking:
- Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
- Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
- Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.
About the Position
The position is primarily responsible for providing end-of-life care and hospice services to patients in their home or community setting after regular business hours, weekends, and/or holidays.
Job Duties
- 1. Assesses need and provides support by phone or a visit, depending on acuity of needs and in accordance with standards of practice and evidence-based knowledge for hospice programs set by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
2. Implement care to achieve outcomes of comfortable and safe dying, self-determined life closure and effective grieving for patient and family.
3. Obtain data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that may influence patient health status and incorporate that into the plan of care.
4. Assist in determining the need to change the level of care being provided for hospice patients based on assessment and collaboration with attending physician and/or hospice medical director and manager on-call.
5. Provide or arrange for delivery of medications and supplies needed after business hours, weekends or holidays.
6. Provide appropriate support at the time of death, per agency policy, and support the patient’s and family’s unique spiritual and cultural beliefs.
7. By end of shift, report on-call activities to the hospice team via email, including phone calls, communication, visits, change in condition and other pertinent clinical information.
8. Documents in the electronic record all clinical nursing visits, medication additions and changes, care plans, and additional documentation per protocol within 24 hours of provided service.
9. Teaches or supervises the teaching of household members, facility staff and volunteers who are responsible for assisting the resident with nursing or personal care needs.
10. Competent in evidence-based goals of care conversations with residents and families.
11. Triages referral calls and assesses whether patient needs immediate admission. Is able to competently complete all parts of the admission process, including receiving physician certification, if needed.
12. Per shift, informs the Director of Clinical Services or Administrator of unusual or potentially problematic resident/family issues.
13. Responds calmly and tactfully in stressful and emergency medical and psychosocial situations.
14. Understands the necessity of full partnership with staff at all skilled nursing facilities, including actively soliciting feedback, responding appropriately and educating tactfully.
Job Requirements
- 1. A registered nurse who is currently licensed to work in the state of Virginia.
2. Minimum 5 years experience as a professional nurse, preferably in a hospice or in an acute care or long-term care setting.
3. Certified Hospice and Palliative Care, preferred.
4. Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of terminally ill residents and families in varied settings.
5. Display a positive and professional image and attitude in all relationships with patients, families, peers and in the community.
6. Demonstrated skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles.
7. Proficient in Word, and able to master documentation software competently enough to assist others in its use.
8. Must be able to work independently, have demonstrated patient care planning and patient teaching skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
9. Current CPR certification.
10. Valid drivers license and daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle.
11. Belief in the hospice concept.
12. Participate in the Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Program (QAPI), as requested.
13. Participate in orientation of new employees or volunteers, as requested.
A sampling of our many benefits!
We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:
- Paid Time Off
- DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
- Tuition Assistance for Career Development
- Clinical student loan repayment options
- Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
- Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
- Staff Emergency Grants
- Referral Program: Earn up to $3,000 referral bonus for referring friends and family!
- Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More
About Goodwin Living
At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #2 in 2024!
Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.