RN Admissions

Care Synergy•Colorado Springs, CO

4h•$40 - $47

About The Position

Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care has a part-time RN Admissions opening serving the Colorado Springs area. The role provides assessment, supportive care, and education to prospective hospice patients and families; determines hospice appropriateness; and assists with admission to the hospice program. The RN serves as a liaison with assigned hospitals, facilities, and physicians to coordinate transitions into hospice care. The position is scheduled Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., for 24 hours per week. The hourly pay range is $39.67–$46.61. Supplemental pay may include mileage, shift differentials, and stipends depending on position, schedule, and availability. Mileage and expense reimbursement is 62.5 cents per mile. Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care is part of Care Synergy, a network of mission-driven nonprofit healthcare organizations serving people who are very ill, frail, and primarily elderly. The network shares resources and expertise to provide hospice, home health, palliative care, CAPABLE, wellness, and PACE programs across Colorado’s Front Range.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
One to two years of experience in hospice/palliative care, home health care, medical/surgical care, public health, oncology, or acute care.
Current Colorado RN licensure.
Current CPR certification.
Valid Colorado State driver’s license and auto insurance.
Ability to lift a minimum of 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess and counsel patients and families during initial interviews to determine level of care and the prospective patient’s physical and psychosocial needs.
Gather information and data, review charts, and record information accurately; educate patients and families about hospice philosophy.
Complete admission paperwork efficiently and accurately and initiate the clinical record through the EMR process in accordance with admission protocols.
Assess immediate medication needs and place orders; oversee orders for durable medical equipment, supplies, and oxygen as needed.
Consult with hospital, skilled nursing facility, and assisted living facility staff to determine discharge orders and facilitate discharge to home, a facility, or another residence.
Coordinate with referring physicians, nurses, ancillary providers, and discharge planners to support a well-coordinated transition into hospice for patients and families.
Complete the full Comprehensive Assessment at admission.
Inventory current medications and determine which medications relate to the terminal illness.
Communicate pertinent patient and family information to the interdisciplinary team and follow through to facilitate a smooth transition.
Act as a liaison with assigned hospitals, facilities, and physicians.

Benefits

Employer pays over 90% of employee medical premiums in some plans.
Health Savings Account with employer funding of $1,000 for single coverage and $2,000 for family coverage.
Extensive paid time off/vacation pay; 17 days in the first year for full-time team members.
Seven paid holidays and an additional floating holiday.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match of 50% up to 8% of total compensation.
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
Education reimbursement program.
Clinical career ladders.
Certification pay.
Team member referral program.
Team member service awards.
Early wage access.
Legal and identity protection.
Leadership development training programs.
Paid mileage, with reimbursement of 62.5 cents per mile.
Potential shift differentials and stipends, depending on position, schedule, and availability.
Career and logo wear.
Two free, confidential benefit programs designed to help address logistical and financial problems.