RN Admissions Nurse (PRN)

Hospice of Central PA•Harrisburg, PA

62d•Remote

About The Position

We are a Central Pennsylvania based Non-profit Hospice & Post-Acute Healthcare Organization specializing in home-centered care and we are seeking a talented PRN RN Admissions Nurse. The RN Admissions Nurse provides prompt and efficient access and admission of patients referred to Hospice of Central PA. Provides explanations about the Hospice benefit and organization services in a manner consistent with the patient and family level of understanding. In this role, it is necessary to communicate, collaborate and enhance relationships with referral sources, with the overall goal of increasing admissions to the organization.

Requirements

RN, with current PA license
Minimum of one year clinical nursing experience
Excellent communication skills [written, verbal, listening]
Ability to track and complete multiple tasks at one time
Ability to work independently; self-motivated
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to work in a non-judgmental fashion with people of diverse backgrounds
Actively supports the organization's philosophy of care.
Proficient at basic computer/keyboard skills
Knowledge and fluency of the Medicare Hospice Benefit, conditions of participation, industry and accreditation standards.

Nice To Haves

hospice or home care experience helpful but not mandatory

Responsibilities

In response to referrals, meets with patients and families to introduce the concept of hospice, explain the hospice benefit and facilitate admissions to services.
Makes routine visits to facilities to assist in discharge planning, making symptom management recommendations and collaborate with facility staff for the coordination of the plan of care for the patient.
Manages all aspects of care for clients under a General Inpatient Benefit (GIP) while in contracted facilities.
Facilitates a smooth transition of patients from inpatient to hoe or to the Hospice Residence.
Meets with targeted facility professionals to acquaint them with the hospice care philosophy and services provided by HCP.
Proposes new initiative to meet the needs of referral sources and improve patient access to end of life and palliative care.
Documents patient needs, interventions, recommendations in compliance with organizational policy and federal and state requirements as well as industry standards.