Admission/Hosptial Liaison RN

Delaware Hospice•Dover, DE

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Delaware Hospice is actively seeking a full-time Hospital Liaison/Admissions RN to primarily cover one of their local hospitals. This role offers an opportunity to engage in hands-on, patient-centered care as an integral part of Delaware Hospice's mission and interdisciplinary team. Admissions Nurses may care for pediatric patients, with specialized training and orientation provided for those interested in the Katybug team, which supports children from perinatal to young adult with pain and symptom relief at home, along with family resources and emotional support. Delaware Hospice is committed to its staff, offering generous benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement. The organization is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. Since 1982, Delaware Hospice has provided high-quality hospice and healthcare services, serving as a trusted community partner in end-of-life education and support. Their mission is to provide compassionate and expert care for serious illness to individuals, families, and communities. Accredited by the Joint Commission, Delaware Hospice is a licensed, nonprofit, community-based hospice serving Delaware, and now also Pennsylvania (southern Chester and Delaware counties). They offer healthcare services through various programs including Delaware Hospice, Delaware Palliative, Delaware Transitions, Katybug, Bereavement, and New Hope programs, delivered at the Delaware Hospice Center, in private homes, or acute and long-term care facilities.

Requirements

Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Delaware (in New Castle County, must maintain PA license as well).
Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Minimum of two years of nursing, preferably in hospice or home care.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
Certification in hospice nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide Hospice services to patients and families.
Acts as a representative of Delaware Hospice in the hospitals and facilities we serve.
Establishes and promotes an effective positive relationship with hospital and facility staff.
Manages General Inpatient visits in the hospitals.
Utilizes the nursing process to provide quality nursing care to Hospice patients in accordance with Delaware Hospice policy.
Instrumental in facilitating efficient admission of patient and families to Delaware Hospice.