Admissions Nurse RN - VA

Chapters Health System•Falls Church, VA

1d•$76,613 - $114,031

About The Position

The Admissions Registered Nurse provides and arranges hospice care for patients and families in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The nurse conducts initial nursing assessments and makes judgments and treatment decisions based on patient and family needs and wishes, in accordance with professional standards, applicable regulations, and Company policies. The role completes clinical admissions for Company services, explains services and admission requirements, addresses questions and concerns compassionately, obtains informed consents and physician orders, initiates a plan of care and skilled nursing interventions, and completes required documentation. The nurse coordinates referrals and safe discharges, communicates with Care Navigation and after-hours staff, and develops relationships with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, case managers, and other community partners. Care for general inpatient (GIP) patients in hospitals may include daily visits, clinical management, documentation, and discharge coordination. The position is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with rotating weekends and every third weekend, serving Loudoun, Fairfax, Fauquier, Prince William, and Arlington areas. A sign-on bonus is offered. During emergencies, the employee may be required to report to a company-designated location ahead of the scheduled time and may need to stay overnight to maintain continuity of services. The role requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Requirements

Current registered nurse license in the state where the employee will work.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Previous experience using an EMR/EHR system.
Strong clinical assessment skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in accordance with Company policy.
Reliable transportation to meet the work schedule.
Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload.
Ability to perform essential job functions and physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing and pulling, and kneeling.
Strong goal and outcome orientation with exceptional time-management skills.
Excellent customer-service focus.
Active BLS certification for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Satisfactorily complete the competency requirements for the position.
Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Nice To Haves

Hospice or hospital nursing experience.
Emergency department or ICU background.
Spanish bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Explain services to prospective patients and families, address questions and concerns, and present services empathetically and compassionately.
Identify admission objections, concerns, and other barriers to entry and respond to them.
Educate patients and families about admission requirements and address immediate needs.
Complete informed consents and initial assessments in accordance with regulations and Company policy.
Provide information to physicians and initiate a plan of care for patients’ immediate needs.
Initiate skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms, and maximize physical and emotional comfort.
Obtain physician orders and referral medical-record information.
Complete documentation in accordance with Company policy.
Represent the Company at assigned facilities and facilitate referrals across service lines.
Work with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
Communicate frequently with Care Navigation staff to support timely follow-up, report when assignments are complete, and prepare for the next assignment.
Provide timely clinical communications using SBAR and discuss potential needs with after-hours staff.
Obtain service consents and arrange safe, efficient discharges for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
Develop relationships with facility case managers, physicians, and others.
Work with Professional Relations Representatives to educate others about available services.
Provide care to hospital GIP patients, including daily visits, professional management, documentation, and efficient discharge.
During emergencies, report to a company-designated location as required, potentially before the scheduled time and for overnight stays.
Represent the Company professionally and comply with government regulations, Company policies, and health, safety, security, and confidentiality practices.
Use resources responsibly; participate in community and professional organizations, performance improvement, quality assessment, research, and educational activities; maintain professional knowledge and electronic-media skills; and share expertise with coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.