ADMISSION RN

Delaware Hospice; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Mileage reimbursement

403B retirement fund with company/con*

Paid time off

Certification reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Merit increases

RN Career Ladders

Retention awards

Employee assistance program

Referral programs

Job summary

Delaware Hospice is seeking a full-time Admissions RN to primarily cover Kent Counties, Dover, DE 19901. The role supports the interdisciplinary team and focuses on efficient admission processes and compassionate, patient-centered hospice care.

Responsibilities include hospital-based admissions, coordination with staff, and potential pediatric patient care. Training for the Katybug program is offered, and opportunities for growth and advancement are available within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Delaware.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Certification in hospice nursing preferred.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or home care.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospice services as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Act as a representative of Delaware Hospice in hospitals and facilities.
• Establish and promote positive relationships with hospital staff.
• Manage General Inpatient visits in hospitals.
• Use the nursing process to provide quality care for hospice patients.
• Facilitate efficient admission of patients and families.
• Care for pediatric patients.

Skills

Hospice nursing

Patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Delaware

Bachelor's degree in nursing

PA license preferred

Hospice nursing certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Dover, DE 19901, Delaware Hospice is actively seeking a full-time Admissions RN to primarily cover Kent Counties. Schedule will be 10am-630pm with an every 3rd Saturday rotation.

We invite you to explore a Delaware Hospice career to rediscover the hands-on, patient centered care that drew you to the nursing profession in the first place. OurAdmissions Nursesare an integral part of Delaware Hospice's mission and interdisciplinary team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide Hospice services to patients and families. Acts as a representative of Delaware Hospice in the hospitals and facilities we serve. Establishes and promotes an effective positive relationship with hospital and facility staff. Manages General Inpatient visits in the hospitals. Utilizes the nursing process to provide quality nursing care to Hospice patients in accordance with Delaware Hospice policy. Instrumental in facilitating efficient admission of patient and families to Delaware Hospice.

Delaware Hospice nurses may care for pediatric patients.

We offer specialized training and orientation for nurses who wish to be part of the Katybug team.

Our Katybug program specializes in helping kids from perinatal to young adult, find relief from pain and symptoms in their own home, while offering families the practical resources and emotional support they need to cope.

Delaware Hospice cares for our staff with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the generous benefits we provide and the opportunities for growth and advancement that we make available to our team.

Benefits include:

• State of the art EMR system
• Comprehensive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Mileage reimbursement
• 403(B) retirement fund with company contribution after 1 year of service
• Paid time off
• Reimbursement for certification fees, and tuition assistance
• Generous merit increases
• RN Career Ladders
• Retention Awards
• Employee Assistance Program to you and family members at no cost to you
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• Fun contests to promote a healthy lifestyle

Delaware Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Since 1982, Delaware Hospice has provided the highest quality hospice and healthcare services, and serves as a trusted community partner in end-of-life education and support. Our mission is to support every individual, family, and community with compassionate and expert care for serious illness.

Accredited by the Joint Commission, Delaware Hospice continues to be a licensed, nonprofit, community-based hospice serving Delaware. Now also providing care in Pennsylvania; southern Chester and Delaware counties. We offered healthcare services through our Delaware Hospice, Delaware Palliative, Delaware Transitions, Katybug, Bereavement, and New Hope programs at the Delaware Hospice Center, in private homes, or acute and long term care facilities. For more information about Delaware Hospice’s programs and services, upcoming events, or employment opportunities, call 302-478-5707 or visit our website,www.delawarehospice.org

Qualifications:

Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Delaware (in New Castle County, must maintain PA license as well). Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Certification in hospice nursing preferred. Minimum of two years of nursing, preferably in hospice or home care.