Registered Nurse (RN) Liaison - Community Hospice Albany

Trinity Health • Albany, NY

9d • $38 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Hospice has a rewarding opportunity for a RN to work as a part of our Hospice Intake RN Team serving as Liaisons in local hospitals -Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, St. Peter's Hospital & Albany Medical Center in Albany, and Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Needs are primarily on weekdays 8-4:30 - as needed. Weekday availability for training of almost Full-Time schedule for the first 3 months is a MUST. Position Highlights: National pre-taxed mileage reimbursement, Meetings and charting conducted via supplied lap top, Comprehensive orientation provided.

Requirements

• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
• Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
• 1 year experience as an RN required, preferably in Hospice/Home Care or acute care.
• The RN must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written
• Valid Driver's License and Reliable vehicle
• High level of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers

Nice To Haves

• Hospice or RN Liaison experience a plus but not required.
• Understanding of Hospice principles preferred

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients for eligibility and interest in hospice services, describes the support and care available from hospice along with the benefits of hospice care.
• Coordinates with the patient’s community physician and our hospice medical directors to confirm eligibility for hospice services.
• Gathers information and ensures a smooth handoff to the hospice RN admitting the patient/family to services.
• Admits to hospice inpatient services upon eligibility, develops a hospice plan of care and collaborates with the hospice interdisciplinary team and the acute care team.
• Works closely with the hospital case management department.

Benefits

• National pre-taxed mileage reimbursement
• Meetings and charting conducted via supplied lap top
• Comprehensive orientation provided
• Training provided in end of life care.
• Community Hospice provides a thorough orientation, preceptors and a supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree