RN Team Leader- Hospice- Night Shift

RN Team Leader- Hospice- Night Shift

Sign On Bonus Potential: Up to 10,000.00

Westminster, MD

BridgingLife Hospice & Palliative Care

HOSPICE-DOVE IPU

Full-time - Night shift - 11:00pm-7:30am

Staff NURSE

$40.12-$62.19

Summary

Job Title: RN Team Leader Hospice (Night Shift)

Location: Carroll Hospital and Sinai Hospital Schedule: Night Shift | Full-Time

Position Summary: The RN Team Leader Hospice is an experienced nursing professional with advanced knowledge of end-of-life care. This role serves as a clinical leader, mentor, and resource for hospice staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient- and family-centered care. Working under general supervision, the Team Leader supports clinical excellence, staff development, and operational effectiveness, while promoting a collaborative, transparent, and team-focused environment aligned with BridgingLifes mission.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and daily support to hospice nursing staff
• Deliver direct patient care as needed, ensuring compassionate end-of-life care
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration to support patient and family goals of care
• Promote strong communication among team members to enhance patient/family experience
• Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills in all aspects of care
• Address and resolve patient, family, and staff concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Lead and support performance improvement initiatives to achieve quality outcomes
• Coordinate staffing assignments and workflow to ensure seamless care transitions
• Conduct staff performance evaluations, including orientation, coaching, and annual reviews
• Identify performance gaps and implement action plans for improvement and compliance
• Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and staff retention
• Ensure adherence to HR policies, regulatory standards, and clinical best practices
• Contribute to the development and review of policies, procedures, and clinical standards
• Manage resources responsibly in alignment with budget and staffing guidelines
• Represent hospice leadership in internal and external initiatives as directed

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland (or eligibility to obtain)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience

Preferred:

• Hospice or acute care nursing experience
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience

Core Competencies:

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to adapt to change and lead in a dynamic healthcare environment
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered hospice care
• Effective organizational, delegation, and decision-making skills

Why Join Hospice? Join a mission-driven team dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care. As an RN Team Leader, you will have the opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, families, and fellow caregivers.

Additional Information

Who We Are: LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care. What We Offer: Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients. Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification. Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license. Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs. Why LifeBridge Health? With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELYwhere compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.