Hospice Admission RN

Elara Caring • Oklahoma City, OK

2d

About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a compassionate Admission Nurse to provide hospice care in patients’ homes. The nurse assesses patients’ physical, psychosocial, environmental, and nursing needs; completes initial evaluations and reassesses patients during visits; and delivers care according to individualized Plans of Care. The role includes monitoring changes in condition, taking appropriate action, communicating significant changes and concerns to the care team, and maintaining accurate, confidential clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA requirements.

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 preferred.
• Previous Home Health or Hospice experience preferred.
• Previous experience with HomecareHomeBase preferred.

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 for 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 while protecting 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 and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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