Admission Nurse Part time (RN) - .6 Hospice

American Addiction Centers • Chicago, IL

92d • $37 - $56

About The Position

The admission nurse assumes primary responsibility for the admission of patients into the hospice program. The admission process includes the assessment, planning, and implementation of the plan of treatment. The admission nurse ensures admission to the hospice program and smooth transition and hand off to the IDT. Communication with the hospital, physicians and other care providers is essential. Responsible for the admission process to hospice services. Assuring/Improving Quality Care: Facilitates the patient and family’s right to receive quality, cost effective care. Patient/Staff Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes. Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• 2-3 years of med/surg nursing experience.
• Hospice experience recommended.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to travel.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assume primary responsibility for the admission of patients into the hospice program.
• Conduct assessment, planning, and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Ensure smooth transition and hand off to the IDT.
• Communicate with the hospital, physicians, and other care providers.
• Facilitate the patient and family’s right to receive quality, cost-effective care.
• Demonstrate commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families.
• Utilize appropriate resources to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Participate as an effective member of the patient care team.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviors and commitment to self and professional development.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees