RN, Admission-Hope Hospice-Part Time

Chapters Health•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residence or in hospitals and initiates care into the services of Chapters Health System. The role ensures a seamless transition to Care Navigation and serves as an ambassador for the organization. The RN completes clinical admissions for company services, explains services and requirements to patients and families, addresses questions and barriers to admission, completes consents and initial assessments, obtains physician orders, and initiates plans of care and nursing interventions. The RN coordinates referrals and discharge arrangements, obtains medical records, communicates with Care Navigation and after-hours staff, and develops working relationships with referring facilities and clinicians. The role also provides care for general inpatient (GIP) patients in hospitals, including visits, professional management, documentation, and discharge coordination. During emergencies, the RN may be required to report to a company-designated location outside the scheduled work time and may need to stay overnight to maintain continuity of services. The position includes three 8-hour shifts and alternating work every third weekend. Benefits are available starting on day one, and mileage is reimbursed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current RN license in the state where the employee will be working.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Strong clinical assessment skills.
Experience using an EMR/EHR system.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to present services professionally and articulately.
Valid driver's license and automobile insurance in accordance with company policy, and reliable transportation to meet the schedule.
Ability to work in a team and intervene appropriately.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload.
Ability to perform essential job functions and physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Strong goal and outcome orientation, exceptional time-management skills, and a strong customer-service focus.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Satisfactory completion of position competency requirements.
Consent to post-conditional-offer drug and/or alcohol testing and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
Eligibility verification through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for employees performing services for Florida affiliates.

Nice To Haves

Hospice or hospital experience.
Clinical assessment background in an emergency department or ICU.
Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Complete clinical admissions for company services, explaining services to patients and families and addressing their questions, fears, physical limitations, and concerns.
Identify admission objections and entry barriers, respond to concerns, and educate patients and families about admission requirements and immediate needs.
Complete informed consents and initial assessments according to regulations and company policy.
Provide information to physicians, initiate plans of care for immediate needs, obtain physician orders, and initiate skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms, and maximize comfort.
Complete documentation according to company policy and provide timely clinical communication using SBAR.
Represent the company at assigned facilities and facilitate referrals across service lines, working with hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the public.
Communicate frequently with Care Navigation staff, notify the team when an assignment is complete, and prepare for the next assignment.
Discuss potential needs with after-hours staff.
Obtain service consents and arrange safe, efficient discharge for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
Obtain medical record information for referrals and develop relationships with facility case managers, physicians, and others.
Work with Professional Relations Representatives to provide education about available services.
Provide care for hospital GIP patients, including daily visits, professional management, documentation, and efficient discharge.
Report to a company-designated location during emergencies, potentially ahead of scheduled work and overnight, to ensure continuity of services.
Represent the company professionally; comply with applicable regulations, company policies, and health, safety, security, and confidentiality practices.
Use resources responsibly, participate in community and professional organizations, and contribute to performance improvement and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.
Maintain and improve professional knowledge, skills, and electronic media skills; support research and educational activities; and share expertise with coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.