West Admissions RN

Four Seasons, The Care You Trust•Franklin, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The West Admissions RN serves as an ambassador of Four Seasons’ mission by enabling patients to take full advantage of their hospice benefit. The nurse performs approximately 2–4 admissions daily, depending on shift length and patient complexity, and may also provide direct nursing care through patient visits when needed. Assignments may combine admissions and patient visits, adjusted to the workload mix. The role includes comprehensive patient assessments, patient and family education, and sustaining relationships with community referral sources. The position is based in Macon County and surrounding areas and is listed as full-time, part-time, or PRN. The described schedule is Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., totaling 36 hours per week.

Requirements

Valid North Carolina RN license.
Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Willingness and ability to care for patients with infectious disease processes unless approved accommodations are in place.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and Medicare Conditions of Participation.
Knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and regulations.
Knowledge of electronic medical record systems and basic data-entry skills.
Strong organization, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; take initiative and use innovative techniques; and interact across departments.
Ability to work flexible hours if needed, contribute as a team player, and plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects.
Skill or expertise in pain and symptom management.
Ability to collaborate effectively and facilitate group work.
Understanding of reimbursement, regulatory requirements, and Medicare Conditions of Participation.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including lifting or carrying 50 pounds often.

Nice To Haves

Two years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Practice within the scope of the applicable license, certification, or registration and comply with laws and regulations.
Assess patients’ physical and mental health, including their responses to illness and treatment; record and report assessment findings.
Plan, initiate, deliver, and evaluate appropriate nursing care.
Teach, assign, or supervise personnel implementing treatment regimens.
Collaborate with health care providers to determine appropriate patient- and family-centered care plans.
Implement treatment and pharmaceutical regimens prescribed by a person authorized under state law.
Provide patient health teaching and counseling.
Document the plan of care, nursing care provided, and patient responses.
Supervise, teach, and evaluate personnel performing nursing functions and administering nursing programs and services.
Maintain safe and effective nursing care, whether delivered directly or indirectly.
Coordinate and obtain consents as needed.
Perform hospice admissions and, when necessary, patient visits providing direct nursing care.
Provide education and sustain business partnerships with community referral sources.

Benefits

Competitive salaries reviewed annually.
Annual operational performance bonus opportunities.
$0 employee premiums on medical insurance.
Annual $600 well-care benefit for self-care, childcare, pet care, or elder care.
Medical and dental insurance benefits beginning the first of the month after hire.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
20–29 days of paid time off per year.
Up to six paid holidays.
Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Employer-paid teletherapy and telemedicine coverage.
Health and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
Employee wellness program.
Up to $3,000 in tuition reimbursement each year.