Admissions RN

Care Synergy•Fort Collins, CO

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Pathways Hospice has an immediate opening for an RN Admissions. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday-Friday, 10:00a-6:30p, rotating every third weekend. The annual pay range is $77,376 - $90,916. Supplemental pay may be available based on position, schedule, and/or availability, including paid mileage, shift differentials, and stipends. Mileage and expense reimbursement is provided at sixty-two and a half cents per mile. Pathways Hospice values engagement, community, and outreach initiatives, providing a welcoming and supportive work environment where all team members feel respected and valued. They support a culture of work-life balance and offer two free, confidential benefit programs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
1-2 years of experience in hospice palliative and/or home health care, medical/surgical, public health, oncology, acute care or home health.
Current Colorado RN licensure.
Current CPR certification.
Valid Colorado State driver’s license and auto insurance.
Ability to lift minimum of 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred

Responsibilities

Provides assessment, supportive care and education to prospective patients and families regarding hospice services.
Determines hospice appropriateness of the patient; assists in admitting patients to the hospice program.
Acts as a liaison with assigned hospitals, facilities and physicians.
Assesses and counsels the patients and families during the initial interviews to properly determine the level of care as well as the physical and psychosocial needs of the prospective patient.
Accurately gathers information and data, reviews charts, and records information.
Provides education on hospice philosophy.
Efficiently and accurately completes all admission paperwork and initiates the clinical record through the EMR process demonstrating knowledge of the admission protocol.
Assesses and places orders for immediate medication needs.
Oversees the placement orders for durable medical equipment, supplies and oxygen as needed.
Consults with staff of hospital, skilled nursing facility (SNF) or Assisted Living Facility (ALF) to determine discharge orders and to facilitate discharge to home, SNF or other residence.
Interfaces with referring physicians, nurses, ancillary providers and discharge planners to facilitate a well-coordinated transition into hospice for patients and families.
Communicates pertinent patient/family information to the interdisciplinary team and follows through to facilitate a smooth transition.
Completes the full Comprehensive Assessment at admission.
Completes inventory of current medications, and determines which medications relate to the terminal illness.

Benefits

Employer pays over 90% of employee medical premium in some plans.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with significant Employer Funding: Single $1,000, Family $2,000
Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation Pay/Sick Leave): 18 days in the first year for FT team members.
Seven Paid Holidays with an additional Floating Holiday
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: 50% match up to 8% of total compensation
Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Career & Logo wear
Education Reimbursement Program
Clinical Career Ladders
Certification Pay
Generous Discover-a-Star Team Member Referral Program
Team Member Service Awards
Early Wage Access
Legal and Identity Protection
Robust Leadership Development Training Programs