RN Hospice Admission Nurse
About The Position
Join our compassionate team at Amedisys Hospice of Brevard in Melbourne, FL! We’re part of one of the nation’s largest and most trusted home health and hospice organizations, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to patients and families. This position is based in Melbourne, FL and requires daily travel within Brevard County. We offer a competitive salary range of $85,000-92,000 annually, plus bonus opportunities. Final compensation may vary based on experience and skills. We provide a full benefits package, including affordable medical plans, generous PTO, wellness rewards, mental health support, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and family support benefits. We also offer a fleet vehicle program with mileage reimbursement. Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status and requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.
Requirements
- Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
- Minimum 2+ years of clinical RN experience in acute healthcare setting(s)
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
- Current or previous hospice or home health experience in the last 3 years.
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable with daily travel between facilities
- Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) systems
Responsibilities
- Coordinates admissions of hospice patients by making skilled assessments of patients initial physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs.
- Coordinates the establishment of the initial plan of care with the attending physician, medical director and the interdisciplinary team.
- Provides skilled interventions and instructions to patient and caregivers to provide optimum symptom control and patient comfort under the direction of physician.
- Functions as a liaison between disciplines and facilities during the admission process.
- Develops, prepares and maintains individualized patient care progress records with accuracy, timeliness and according to policies. Submits accurate documentation per care center policy. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
- Communicates significant findings, problems, changes in condition or environment to the clinical manager/physician and other members of the hospice care team. Communicates with the physician regarding the patients' needs and reports changes in the patient's condition; obtains physician orders as required.
- Performs on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits
- Full Benefits Package – Choose from affordable PPO or HSA medical plans
- Generous PTO
- Up to $1,000 in Free Healthcare Services annually when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan
- Wellness Rewards – Earn up to $500 for completing wellness activities. Use rewards for spa treatments, gym memberships, hobbies, pet care, cell phone fees and more
- Mental Health Support – Up to five free counseling sessions per year
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – With a competitive company match
- Family Support – Including infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, and paid parental and caregiver leave
- Fleet Vehicle Program – Restrictions apply, plus mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for professional growth
- A supportive, team-oriented environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
