Hospice Liaison Nurse - Registered Nurse, RN

Novant Health • Salisbury, NC

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About The Position

Novant Health is seeking a Hospice Liaison Nurse. The Hospice Liaison Nurse clinically assesses and admits patients to Hospice care as well as facilitates discharge planning from the acute inpatient setting while also coordinating care and discharge planning with healthcare partners, facilities, patients and their loved ones. Let Novant Health be the destination for your professional growth. At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum three years' experience in home care or hospice, required.
• Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.
• Excellent nursing assessment skills/judgment and understanding of Hospice philosophy.
• Knowledge of Hospice services necessary to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs.
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid rules/regulations necessary to understand criteria for determining patient eligibility for admission.
• Knowledge of nursing and pharmacy procedures and standards of practice, both general and specific, to the specialties of infusion and enteral therapies.
• Strong writing skills, organizational and analytical skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals at all levels of authority.
• Computer experience and reliable transportation to and from work-related assignments.
• Flexibility to travel as needed between different locations.
• Ability to work in an environment containing distractions and interruptions.
• Ability to handle varying and unpredictable situations such as emergencies or crisis situations.
• Availability for after hours call on a rotational basis.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, night driving, and ability to adjust and focus.

Nice To Haves

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
• Previous experience in managed care, infusion care, and case management; preferred.
• Previous home health/hospice case management experience; preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
• Foster teamwork, team member engagement, and community involvement.
• Leverage diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• Foster a safe patient environment driven by the principles of 'First Do No Harm'.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED