Atlantic Visiting Nurse, part of Atlantic Health System, is seeking a part-time hospice Registered Nurse to work 9 AM to 7 PM in the Morris County area, including weekends and on-call as required by department. In this position you will work with adult and geriatric patients of all backgrounds who require hospice care at one of our hospital sites, sometimes in their homes as needed. You are compassionate, thoughtful, and comfortable working with elderly and terminally ill patients. You will be responsible for managing a heavy caseload (4 patients a day); time management skills are essential. However, it is important to provide each patient with the time and attention necessary to meet his or her needs.
AVN's Team member engagement scores were above national scores in our 2024 Press Ganey Employee Engagement Survey
AVN has a 4 ½ Star Care Compare Rating
Entry level offers start at $43.00 / hour and increase based upon experience. Mileage reimbursement ($.70) included.
Internal referral bonus: $4,000
Reports to: Assistant Manager
Duties & Responsibilities:
Performs Patient assessments.
Accurately assesses patient's appropriateness for hospice care, learning needs and progress toward goals
Develops the plan of care for the patient and family
Ensures appropriate utilization of services
Maintains visit productivity standards
Demonstrates knowledge of insurance reimbursement
Completes discharge assessments
Performs laptop transfer of data twice daily
Completes admission assessment and transfers within 24 hours
Completes re-visit documentation and transfers
Uses age appropriate teaching methods for patients and families
Evaluates teaching plan and revises as necessary
Documents patient education tools used
Assumes responsibility for Case Management.
Develops/implements/evaluates plan of care based on evidence-based knowledge
Revises care plan as indicated
Prioritizes care needs
Demonstrates knowledge of hospice regulations and insurance reimbursement guidelines
Shows evidence of interdisciplinary communication
Performs HHA supervisions per standards
Ensures appropriate utilization of services
Follows scheduling process
Communicates progress toward goals with IDT
Attends and participates in IDT meetings every 2 weeks
Evaluates the plan of care and revises as needed
Maintains safe environment for patients and co-workers
Follows infection control measures and reports infections
Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacology and safe medication management
Routinely reconciles medications
Maintains current medication orders
Attends monthly staff meeting
Participates in PI meetings and activities/committees as requested.
Accepts other assignments as requested
Assumes responsibility for case management.
Prioritizes schedule to accommodate patient's needs
Documents case management activities.
Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacology and safe medication management
Routinely reconciles medications. Maintain current medication orders.
Participates in Performance Improvement Program
Reviews health records and gathers data to support PI activities
Attends UR meetings as requested
Provides orientation/ mentorship to new employees
Cross trains to learn new skills and demonstrates a willingness to teach other
Assists with growing agency business
Provides orientation to new employees
Accepts other assignments as requested
Cross trains to learn new skills
Qualifications for Internal Candidates
Required:
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program- Associates Degree.
Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
BLS certification.
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in nursing.
a. All ASN must complete their BSN studies within five years of their start date.
Master's degree in nursing or related field.
1+ year of experience in Nursing or relevant area.
ACLS certification.
At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is that anyone who enters anyone of our facilities, receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. That commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 18,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the state, and committed to creating a Trusted Network of Caring®. Our facilities and sites of care include:
Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
Overlook Medical Center, Summit NJ
Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morriston NJ
Atlantic Rehabilitation
Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. We are part of Atlantic Accountable Care Organization, one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.
We receiver awards and recognitions for what we provide to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine (13 years in a row)
Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
CEO Cancer Gold Standard
One of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials" Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
Security 500: Security Magazine
Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
NJ Sustainable Business
Our Home care and Hospice teams work with more than our patients, we work with their families, inside their homes and in their community. When you join our team, you also join theirs, bringing them your comfort, compassion, education, and expertise. We celebrate these close connections every day, by delivering the best comprehensive home care and hospice services possible.
Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
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