Hospice Field Admissions Specialist - Registered Nurse (RN)

Brighton Hospice • Farmington, CT

23h • Onsite

About The Position

At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice, the goal is to change the expectation of hospice care by providing exceptional care and service to patients. This is achieved by increasing staff to patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. Brighton/Suncrest Hospice is a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice. The Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing care and services for a group of patients, visiting them where they reside, which could include private homes, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and assisted living facilities. This position is a contributing member of the interdisciplinary team, providing expertise regarding psych-social assessments, interventions, and knowledge of community sources.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice
• Works well within a team environment to collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and CNA leadership
• Work closely with patients on a 1-1 level with strong support from a patient care team
• Can work independently and on your own from a day-to-day basis with activities which include: phone, email and written communication, meetings with a variety of healthcare professionals, and an understanding of hospice rules and regulations
• Time management skills to manage visits, documentation, meetings (i.e.: to scheduled visits, attend required meetings, respond to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging multiple concerns)
• Ability to learn an electronic medical records system
• Must be willing to drive with reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, to be able to travel across the service area

Responsibilities

• Provide care and services for a group of patients
• Visit patients where they reside, including private homes, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and assisted living facilities
• Provide expertise regarding psych-social assessments, interventions, and knowledge of community sources as a contributing member of the interdisciplinary team

Benefits

• Actual Work/Life Balance
• Competitive Pay
• Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member
• The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades
• Bonus opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees