Hospice Field Admissions Specialist - Registered Nurse (RN)

About the role

At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by allocating resources to increase staff-to-patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and services for a group of patients, visiting patients where they reside, which could include private homes, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and assisted living facilities.
• Serve as a contributing member of the interdisciplinary team, providing expertise regarding psychosocial assessments, interventions, and knowledge of community resources.
• Perform duties as an Admit position Monday–Friday 12 p.m.–8 p.m.
• Collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and CNA leadership.
• Work closely with patients on a 1-to-1 level while receiving strong support from a patient care team.
• Operate independently with day-to-day activities including phone, email, and written communication; meetings with healthcare professionals; and understanding of hospice rules and regulations.
• Manage time effectively to schedule visits, attend required meetings, and respond to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging multiple concerns.
• Learn and use an electronic medical records system.
• Travel across the service area with reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in good standing in the state(s) of practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• Culture emphasizing appreciation and value for team members
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing national company with potential for position upgrades

Pay

$90,000–$95,000 plus bonus opportunities