Hospice Clinical Liaison

JourneyCare Hospice•Chicago, IL

15d•$92,000

About The Position

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Hospice Clinical Liaison to join our growing team! New competitive salaries, immediate opening available, generous time off packages, 401K + match and so much more! Apply today and start your career with JourneyCare!

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program.
Licensed as a registered nurse in the state of practice.
Must possess current CPR, First Aid Certification.
Willingness to travel 50% or more in assigned territory
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, family members, visitors, agency personnel, and general public.
Must be knowledgeable of quality assessment and assurance procedures.
Valid drivers license and proof of insurance is required.

Nice To Haves

1 year experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to hospice referrals and perform real-time, bedside clinical assessments.
Support the admission process by assisting with initial patient intake, including explaining hospice services and benefits to patients and families in both home and clinical settings.
Gather comprehensive data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may impact the patients and familys needs and coordinate appropriate interventions with the interdisciplinary team.
Conduct clinical assessments and gather information to support physician determination of hospice eligibility.
Build and maintain client relationships.
Responds to customer needs and concerns in a timely manner.
Completes required admission documentation, including consents and CTI (Certification of Terminal Illness) coordination.
Facilitate and activate the admission workflow for eligible patients in collaboration with the hospice team.
Coordinate and support General Inpatient (GIP) admissions in partnership with the hospice centers.
Serve as an on-site clinical presence for immediate admissions or as a resource to field RNs, as needed.
Collaborate with Transitional Care Navigators (TCNs), physicians, and hospital case managers to ensure care goals are aligned and transitions are smooth.
Initiate and maintain communication with attending physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and external agencies to ensure coordinated, optimal patient care.
Educate hospital staff on hospice eligibility, referral processes, and available services to foster early engagement and understanding.
Participate in weekend and after-hours admissions support, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Great culture and team atmosphere
Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability) effective on the first of the month following start date
401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
Generous time off accruals
Paid holidays
Mileage reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Merit Increases
Employee Discount Programs