RN Admission Nurse

Community Healthcare of Texas • Fort Worth, TX

11d

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 conducts admission consultations, assesses patients, coordinates initial care needs and services, and communicates patient information to the Interdisciplinary Team. The schedule is Thursday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., or Friday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience is required.
• Case Management experience is required.
• Must have proficient computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Strongly prefers 2 or more years of experience in hospice case management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations for admission of patient services 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 DME and prescription needs, as well as the need for bereavement, social work, chaplain, and volunteer services.
• Attend Interdisciplinary Team meetings and report regarding 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 on LVN or CNA staff.

Benefits

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