Hospice Admission Registered Nurse

Suncrest Health Services • San Jose, CA

3d

About The Position

Suncrest Hospice aims to provide exceptional hospice care and service by increasing staff-to-patient ratios, clinical visits, and reducing clinician caseloads. The Registered Nurse (RN) Field Admissions Specialist completes hospice admissions and patient visits as needed. The nurse orients new patients to the hospice program, assists patients and caregivers with legal paperwork, and completes thorough nursing assessments. The role requires 10-hour shifts, four days per week, Wednesday through Saturday, from 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and travel throughout the Bay Area, up to 150 miles per shift.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of hospice, skilled nursing facility (SNF), or hospital experience.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Bay Area and make regular long-distance drives, up to 150 miles per shift.
• Willingness to visit patients in private homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, and other locations where they live.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.
• Registered Nursing licensure in the state of California.

Responsibilities

• Complete hospice admissions and patient visits as needed.
• Orient new patients to the hospice program.
• Assist patients and caregivers with legal paperwork.
• Complete thorough nursing assessments.
• Establish hospice eligibility and diagnosis when a patient is appropriate.

Benefits

• Pay range of $55.00–$65.00 per hour.
• Mileage and cell phone reimbursement.
• Benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment.
• A team culture emphasizing appreciation and valuing team members.
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed