Hospice Admission RN

Elara Caring • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

At Elara Caring, the Hospice Admission RN contributes to the delivery of care in the home care industry by providing compassionate hospice services. The role assesses hospice patients’ physical, psychosocial, environmental, and nursing needs; completes initial evaluations; and reassesses patient needs and condition during visits. The nurse provides care according to each patient’s individualized Plan of Care, monitors for changes in condition, and adjusts the plan or takes appropriate action as needed. The nurse also communicates significant changes, concerns, and safety issues to the physician, Patient Care Manager, and other care-team members, while maintaining accurate clinical documentation and protecting patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA requirements.

The position requires a current, unrestricted state RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, at least one year of nursing experience in a clinical care setting, and the ability to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations. The role may require frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted state RN license.
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• At least 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting as a nurse.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Previous Home Health or Hospice experience.
• Previous experience with HomecareHomeBase.

Responsibilities

• Assess hospice patients to identify physical, psychosocial, environmental, and nursing needs.
• Complete initial evaluations and reassess patient needs and condition during each visit.
• Provide care according to the individualized Plan of Care to support quality, continuity of care, and positive patient outcomes.
• Monitor changes in patient condition and adjust the Plan of Care or take appropriate action as needed.
• Communicate significant changes, concerns, or safety issues to the physician, Patient Care Manager, and other members of the care team.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost to employees.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree