RN Hospice Admit Nurse

Amedisys, Inc. • Lakeland, FL

7h • Onsite

About The Position

RN Admissions Nurse at Compassionate Care Hospice (CCH), an Amedisys Company. This position is based in Lakeland, FL and requires daily travel to assigned areas. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM. At CCH, we go above and beyond—not only for our patients but for each other. Compassion, collaboration, and commitment are at the heart of everything we do.

Requirements

• Hospice or home health experience
• Current RN license in the state(s) where you will work
• Minimum 1 year of clinical RN experience in an acute healthcare setting
• Current CPR certification

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 and comprehensive benefits
• Full Benefits Package – Choose from affordable PPO or HSA medical plans
• Generous PTO – support your personal time and well-being
• 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
• Additional perks to support your health, happiness, and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed