RN Admissions - Per Diem - HPH Hospice

About the role

The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residency or in hospitals and initiates care into the services of Chapters Health System. Ensures a seamless transition to Care Navigation and serves as an ambassador of the Organization.

Qualifications

• Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
• Minimum of one (1) year of RN experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or ICU
• Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferred
• Ability to present services in a professional and articulate manner
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy
• Reliable transportation to meet schedule
• Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time management skills
• Excellent customer service focus
• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position

Responsibilities

• Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:
  • Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner
  • Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses
  • Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs
  • Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy
  • Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient's immediate needs
  • Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort
  • Obtains Physician orders
  • Completes documentation per Company policy
• Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public
• Communicates frequently with Care Navigation staff to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs the Care Navigation team and prepares for next assignment
• Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR
• Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff
• Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations
• Obtains medical record information for the referral
• Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities
• Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services
• Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge
• Performs other duties as assigned

Pay

Compensation Pay Rate $45.00