RN Liaison - Weekend Track Community Hospice

Trinity Health•Albany, NY

2d•$38 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Hospice has a rewarding opportunity for a RN to work as a part of our Hospice Intake RN Team serving as a Liaison and Hospice RN in local hospitals (Capital Region-primarily Ellis and Samaritan Hospitals). Schedule: Only Every Saturday and Sunday 7am - 7:30pm. No days during the week after training period St. Peter's Health Partners Highlights: Mileage Reimbursement Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules What you will do: Evaluate patients for eligibility and interest in hospice services, describes the support and care available from hospice along with the benefits of hospice care. Coordinate with the patient’s community physician and our hospice medical directors to confirm eligibility for hospice services. Gather information and ensure a smooth handoff to the hospice RN admitting the patient/family to services. Admits patients to hospice inpatient services upon eligibility, D evelops a hospice plan of care and collaborates with the hospice interdisciplinary team and the acute care team. Work closely with the hospital case management department. What you will need: A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred 1-2 years recent acute care RN experience Hospice or RN Liaison experience a plus but not required. The RN must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written Valid Driver's License and Reliable vehicle High level of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers Understanding of Hospice principles preferred Training provided in end of life care. Community Hospice provides a thorough orientation, preceptors and a supportive work environment. Apply today for more information. Enhanced rate for weekend track: $57.90/hr Experience based pay range for NON-weekend track: $38.00-$50.18 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
1-2 years recent acute care RN experience
The RN must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written
Valid Driver's License and Reliable vehicle
High level of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers

Nice To Haves

Hospice or RN Liaison experience a plus but not required.
Understanding of Hospice principles preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients for eligibility and interest in hospice services
Describes the support and care available from hospice along with the benefits of hospice care
Coordinate with the patient’s community physician and our hospice medical directors to confirm eligibility for hospice services
Gather information and ensure a smooth handoff to the hospice RN admitting the patient/family to services
Admits patients to hospice inpatient services upon eligibility
Develops a hospice plan of care and collaborates with the hospice interdisciplinary team and the acute care team
Work closely with the hospital case management department