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. The position includes assessing patients at admission, arranging initial nursing visits and care needs, documenting accurately, and communicating with the Interdisciplinary Team. The schedule is either Thursday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., or Friday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensed 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+ years of experience in hospice case management is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct admission consultations and educate patients and families about hospice services.
• Complete a thorough patient assessment at admission; establish or arrange the initial frequency of nursing visits and determine durable medical equipment and prescription needs, as well as needs for bereavement, social work, chaplain, and volunteer services.
• Attend Interdisciplinary Team meetings and report on the patient.
• 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 for LVN or CNA staff.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Company-provided life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 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