RN Admission Nurse

Community Healthcare of Texas • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Community Healthcare of Texas provides hospice and palliative care services to individuals living with serious illnesses and supports their loved ones. The RN Admission Nurse meets with patients and families to explain hospice services and coordinate patient admissions. This role assesses patients at admission, coordinates initial nursing visits and care needs, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, and completes accurate documentation. The listed schedules are Thursday–Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., or Friday–Sunday, 8:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience.
• Case Management experience.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years of experience in hospice case management strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct admission consultations and educate patients and families about hospice services.
• Complete a thorough assessment of each patient at admission.
• Establish or arrange the initial frequency of nursing visits and assess durable medical equipment and prescription needs.
• Assess the need for bereavement, social work, chaplain, and volunteer services.
• Attend and report patient information to the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Complete paperwork and charting thoroughly and accurately according to policy.
• May conduct nursing or “tuck-in” visits.
• May train other admission staff on admission processes.
• May conduct supervisory visits on LVN or CNA staff.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed