RN / Registered Nurse - Hospice Admissions
About The Position
Haven Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse to serve Orange Park and surrounding areas. The RN visits patients referred for hospice care in homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, and other settings. The role involves explaining hospice services, discussing goals and care with patients and families, answering questions, and obtaining required consents and legal documents. The nurse gathers medical history, current medications, and symptoms; performs comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility under Medicare or insurance guidelines; coordinates the start of services; collaborates with the interdisciplinary team; and maintains accurate, timely documentation. The position is based at 745 Blanding Boulevard, Orange Park, Florida, and has a Monday–Friday schedule of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with a weekend rotation. The position offers independent work with team support and one-to-one patient care. This position is subject to a Level 2 background screening.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
- Current licensure to practice in the state of operation.
- At least one year of hospice nursing experience; experience in a similar setting such as long-term care, intensive care, or an emergency room may be considered in place of hospice experience.
- Licensed driver with an insured automobile that meets state or organizational requirements and is in good working order.
- Current CPR certification in states where required.
- Pass a Level 2 background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of hospice nursing experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Visit patients referred for hospice care in homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, and other settings.
- Explain hospice services, discuss goals and care with patients and families, answer questions, and obtain necessary consents and legal documents.
- Obtain medical history, current medications, and information about symptoms.
- Perform comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility based on Medicare or insurance guidelines.
- Coordinate the start of services, including nursing, aides, equipment, and medications.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account, including up to $5,000 for childcare
- Tuition discounts and reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Wellness and discount programs, including Noom, virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
