Hospice RN Liaison (Manhattan)

About the role

For over 125 years, Calvary Hospital and Calvary @Home located in the Bronx, New York has been dedicated to the palliative care of advanced cancer and other terminally ill patients and their families. Through a caring, compassionate philosophy of non-abandonment, the hospital provides a full spectrum of palliative services, including emotional, spiritual, and physical care. The hospital receives patients from referring institutions throughout New York City and the entire tristate area.

Requirements

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License/Permit
• A valid driver's license is required. (This requirement does not apply to positions assigned exclusively to Manhattan territory)
• A vehicle is required to commute to patients. (This requirement does not apply to positions assigned exclusively to Manhattan territory)
• Must have own car to conduct site assessments
• Minimum of three years relevant clinical experience
• Working knowledge of inpatient/out-patient/home care/hospice; application of admission/continued stay criteria and third party payers
• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• The Hospice Nurse Liaison are responsible for coordinating applications through the admission review process.
• Captures and maintains referrer relationships with assigned institutions/agencies.
• Participates in development and marketing Calvary Hospital's Home Care and Hospice Services.
• Provides pre-admission assistance to patients, families and referrers.

Pay

Salary Range: $113,576 - $140,076

Benefits

• Includes accrued vacation days, sick days, holidays, and free days
• Pension (vested after 5 years of full-time or part-time service)
• Participation in 403 (b)
• Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Flex Spending, Transit Check
• Free On-Site Parking