RN Admission

Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care • Colorado Springs, CO

395d • $73,236 - $86,070

About The Position

The Admissions RN at Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care is responsible for providing assessment, supportive care, and education to prospective patients and families regarding hospice services. This full-time position involves determining hospice appropriateness, assisting in patient admissions, and acting as a liaison with hospitals, facilities, and physicians. The role requires effective communication and coordination to ensure a smooth transition into hospice care for patients and families.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• One to two years of experience in hospice palliative and/or home health care, medical/surgical, public health, oncology, acute care, or home health.
• Current Colorado RN licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid Colorado State driver's license and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hospice palliative care or home health care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment, supportive care, and education to prospective patients and families regarding hospice services.
• Determines hospice appropriateness of the patient and assists in admitting patients to the hospice program.
• Acts as a liaison with assigned hospitals, facilities, and physicians.
• Assesses and counsels patients and families during initial interviews to determine the level of care and psychosocial needs.
• Accurately gathers information and data, reviews charts, and records information.
• Provides education on hospice philosophy and completes all admission paperwork.
• Initiates the clinical record through the EMR process, demonstrating knowledge of admission protocol.
• Assesses and places orders for immediate medication needs and oversees placement orders for medical equipment and supplies.
• Consults with hospital staff and discharge planners to facilitate patient transitions to hospice care.
• Completes the full Comprehensive Assessment at admission and communicates pertinent information to the interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Low healthcare premiums with no increases in 4 out of the last 5 years.
• Employer pays over 90% of employee medical premium in some plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with significant employer funding.
• Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match.
• Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Clinical Career Ladders and Certification Pay.
• Early Wage Access and Legal/Identity Protection.
• Robust Leadership Development Training Programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree