Admissions Nurse

Gulfside Healthcare Services•South Highpoint, FL

About The Position

Admissions Registered Nurses support patients and families entering hospice care by conducting assessments, understanding their needs and preferences, and facilitating transitions into care programs. The role emphasizes compassionate end-of-life care, clinical excellence, dignity, respect, and compliance with regulatory requirements and standards of practice. The position works a 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. shift, three 12-hour shifts per week, with alternating weekends and rotating holiday coverage as assigned, including at least one holiday shift per year. The nurse may also serve as a hospital liaison when requested and complete Home Health Start of Care assignments.

Requirements

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida.
Ability to maintain current Florida continuing education requirements for valid licensure.
Proficiency in electronic medical records.
Ability to multitask and demonstrate adaptability and flexibility.
Ability to meet patient-care documentation standards and regulatory requirements.
AHCA Level 2 fingerprint screening is required for eligibility through the AHCA Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

One year of hospice-related nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments of prospective admissions and evaluate each case individually against admission criteria identified by LCDs.
Communicate with patients, families, supervisors, and physicians to facilitate smooth admissions.
Initiate patients’ plans of care and educate patients and families about available services.
Assess ongoing physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs and initiate appropriate interventions.
Complete accurate documentation and return it to Intake Coordinators within 24 hours.
Anticipate patient needs by ordering appropriate durable medical equipment and requesting nursing, CNA, or volunteer services.
Serve as a hospital liaison when requested and complete Home Health Start of Care assignments as assigned.
Provide rotating holiday coverage as assigned, with a minimum of one holiday shift per year.
Maintain professional relationships and serve as a liaison with other disciplines and facilities.
Address patient and family complaints or concerns and work toward timely, effective resolution.
Educate the community about hospice care, philosophy, and concepts through individual consultations, in-services, or seminars when requested.
Ensure patient care and documentation comply with GHS standards and Florida and federal regulations.
Maintain professional hospice nursing practice standards and serve as a professional resource to the community.
Maintain Florida continuing education requirements for valid licensure.
Maintain current skills, follow GHS policies and procedures, and support state and federal regulatory compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.