RN, Admissions - 10a-8p every other weekend Good Shepherd Hospice

Chapters Health System•Auburndale, FL

27d•$67,977 - $106,213

About The Position

The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residence or in hospitals and initiates care through Chapters Health System services. The role supports a seamless transition to Care Navigation and represents the organization to patients, families, referral sources, and facilities. The RN completes clinical admissions for company services, explains services and admission requirements, responds compassionately to patient and family concerns, completes informed consents and initial assessments, obtains physician orders, and initiates care to address immediate needs. The role also coordinates referrals and discharges, obtains medical record information, communicates with Care Navigation and after-hours staff, and provides care for General Inpatient (GIP) patients in hospitals. The position requires compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, confidentiality, participation in quality improvement and professional development activities, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. During emergencies, the employee may be required to report to a company-designated location ahead of schedule and remain overnight as needed. A sign-on bonus is available, and benefits begin on day one.

Requirements

Current RN license in the state where the employee will work.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Previous experience working with 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.
Reliable transportation to meet the work schedule.
Ability to work in a team environment 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, including lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing and pulling, and kneeling, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Strong goal and outcome orientation with exceptional time-management skills.
Excellent customer-service focus.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Satisfactory completion of competency requirements for the position.

Nice To Haves

Hospice or hospital experience.
Strong clinical assessment skills, preferably with an emergency department or ICU background.
Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Complete clinical admissions for all company services.
Explain services to prospective patients and families, address questions and concerns, and present services with empathy and compassion.
Identify admission objections, concerns, or barriers and provide responses.
Educate patients and families about admission requirements and address immediate needs.
Complete informed consents and initial assessments in accordance with regulations and company policy.
Provide information to physicians and initiate plans of care to address patients’ immediate needs.
Initiate skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms, and maximize physical and emotional comfort.
Obtain physician orders and complete documentation in accordance with company policy.
Represent the company at assigned facilities and facilitate referrals across service lines.
Work with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
Communicate frequently with Care Navigation staff to ensure timely follow-up, report when assignments are complete, and prepare for the next assignment.
Provide timely clinical communication using SBAR and discuss potential needs with after-hours staff.
Obtain service consents and arrange safe, efficient discharges for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
Obtain medical record information for referrals and develop relationships with facility case managers, physicians, and other contacts.
Work with Professional Relations Representatives to educate others about available services.
Provide care for hospital GIP patients, including daily visits, professional management, documentation, and efficient discharge.
During emergencies, report to a company-designated location as required, potentially ahead of schedule and overnight.
Represent the company professionally; comply with government regulations, company policies, and health, safety, and security practices.
Maintain confidentiality and use resources responsibly.
Participate in community and professional organizations, organizational performance improvement, Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate, and company research and education activities.
Develop professional knowledge and electronic media skills, and share expertise with coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.