6-Week Hospice Admissions RN — Weekdays, $50/hr

Mountain Valley; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Mountain Valley Hospice is seeking an experienced Admissions Registered Nurse for a defined, short-term hospice assignment in Elkin, NC. The role offers a 6-week assignment, Monday–Friday 40 hours per week, at $50/hour with mileage reimbursement.

The RN will conduct pre-assessments and admissions, coordinate home setup, deliver compassionate nursing care, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth transitions for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Active RN license.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred.
• Comfortable working independently in the field.
• Organized, dependable, and patient-centered.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Assessments and Admissions: Conduct pre-assessment visits in the home or healthcare facility as necessary, offering valuable information and guidance to patients and families referred to hospice.
• Facilitate Admissions: Complete the admission process, ensuring patients meet eligibility criteria by coordinating with the Intake Department, referring physician, and Hospice provider to secure necessary certifications.
• Coordinate Home Setup: Ensure that arrangements for equipment necessary in the home setting are made available to the patient.
• Deliver Compassionate Nursing Care: Apply nursing principles and techniques to provide exceptional care, emotional support, and education to patients and their families.
• Engage Patients and Families: Encourage active participation in care plans, empowering patients and families to work toward established goals with confidence and understanding.
• Collaborate with the Team: Communicate admissions information, issues, and concerns during patient care meetings to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care with other team members.

Skills

Active RN license

Job description

Mountain Valley Hospice is seeking an experienced Admissions Registered Nurse for a defined, short-term hospice assignment in Elkin, NC. The role offers a 6-week assignment, Monday–Friday 40 hours per week, at $50/hour with mileage reimbursement.

The RN will conduct pre-assessments and admissions, coordinate home setup, deliver compassionate nursing care, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth transitions for patients and families.