Admissions RN

Bristol-Hospice; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO and Holidays

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Job summary

Bristol Hospice is seeking an Admissions RN to establish relationships with community and referral sources and to grow hospice access in the Bangor area. This role supports admissions and coordination of care across facilities, physicians, and discharge planning teams within a 60‑mile radius, requiring travel and flexible hours.

The RN will conduct initial assessments, consult with the care team, educate families about the plan of care, and ensure smooth admissions while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and referral sources.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Comfort with discussing death and dying in a compassionate manner.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with community and referral sources.
• Coordinate admissions and eligibility for hospice services.
• Facilitate communication between ED, DPCS and intake to promote timely admissions.
• Complete hospice consults and initial patient assessments.
• Provide education to patients and families about the plan of care.

Skills

Communication

Autonomy

Organization

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

BSN

Job description

Do you enjoy being at the beginning of the journey? The Admissions Nurse is responsible for establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers and referral sources within the communityCoverage Area: Bangor program up to 60-mile radius from officeWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 10am - 7pmThe Admissions RN is also responsible for developing and increasing the access to Bristol Hospice Services in the communities that the location serves.Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visit bristolhospice.com or follow us on LinkedIn.Our CultureOur culture is cultivated using the following values:Integrity: We are honest and professional.Trust: We count on each other.Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.On an Average Day You Will:(includes but not limited to)Relate information to the DPCS, ED and Community Education Director of initiatives that promote hospice access in the hospice communityEnsure the educational needs of the community related to hospice care and services, are assessed and met on an ongoing basisEstablish and monitor community, customer, payer and patient perceptions of Bristol Hospice as a high-quality provider of hospice services in the communityFacilitate communication with agency and referral sources as needed to promote the continuum of careMaintain comprehensive working knowledge in the field of Hospice educational resources and share information with appropriate organizational personnelFacilitate the hospice referral processServe as a resource to review and consult available patient information related to the case, to determine hospice care needs and criteriaCoordinate and communicate with hospice agency leadership and referral sources to promote care coordination and a timely admission processComplete hospice consults/evaluations and admissionsEnsure coordination and communication with referral sources and hospice agency leadershipComplete initial assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needsFacilitate and complete admissions as indicatedProvide a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es) of referralsWork with the intake department so they can serve as a liaison between facility, physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, community and hospice programs, with coordination of referrals/admission process and servicesCoordinate with the ED and DPCS regarding the need for planning, implementation and evaluation of in-service and continuing education programsMay be required to actively participate in the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) process, as directed by ED or DPCSMay be required to function as an RN Case Manager and maintain an assigned patient case load as determined by the ED or the DPCSProvide professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing processUse health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosisMay be required to participate in IDT meetings and work with the IDT to determine the patient/family plan of care, as neededProvide patient/family education related to the patient/family plan of careAll other duties as assignedRequirements:Must have a current RN license in the stateMust have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years or have a bachelor’s degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League of NursingMust be able to travel 20% of the time, often without noticeMust be flexible in work hoursMust possess the willingness to maintain comprehensive working knowledge regarding information systems and applicable software programsOur Ideal Candidate Has the Following Skills and Knowledge:Ability to read and follow written instructionsAn Understanding of hospice philosophy and comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally illAbility to work autonomously with little direct supervisionSuccessfully demonstrate tact, patience and good personal hygieneAbility to communicate effectivelyStrong organizational skillsUnderstanding of plan of care documentationFlexible in work hours to ensure the patients receive care as provided in the plan of careAbility to empathize with the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impairedComfortable addressing issues of death/dyingCalm demeanor when entering the patients homeWe Got the Perks:Tuition ReimbursementPTO and Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and moreHSA & 401(k) availableMileage Reimbursement for applicable positionsAdvanced training programsPassionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industryJoin a Team that embraces the reverence of life!EEOC StatementBristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.