Hospice Intake Nurse (LPN or RN)

Interim HealthCare•Grand Rapids, MI

8d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Interim HealthCare is seeking a Hospice Intake Nurse (LPN or RN) to join their team. This role offers a work culture where nurses are valued, management provides support, and nurses are empowered to advocate for patients. The position is designed to reignite a passion for nursing, requiring no weekends or holidays, and is a full-time, Monday through Friday office-based position. The company emphasizes work-life balance and values input from all staff involved in patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Michigan
One year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

Nice To Haves

Prior hospice or home health care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Acts as a contact telephone liaison person interfacing with hospice referral sources, outside agencies, health professionals, and field staff.
Receives and coordinates all incoming calls, providing hospice patients/clients, and referral sources with basic information to assist in accessing appropriate services.
Communicates with the hospice patient/client and family regarding arrangements for the initiation of care/services.
Completes intake screening including obtaining, documenting, and analyzing all required information to make a preliminary admission decision.
Receives and logs referrals. Prepares reports and responses to inquiries. Provides telephonic contact and on call as needed.
Actively promotes care/services to prospective patients/clients.
Where permitted by law, receives verbal orders from physicians to initiate care/services.
Collects and enters customer information into the management information system.