Admissions RN

VITAS Healthcare; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Fresno is seeking an Admissions RN to present services to patients and families, ensuring appropriate admissions for hospice care. Key responsibilities include evaluating patients, maintaining relationships with referral sources, and educating families. Candidates should have a valid R.N. license in California and preferably a Bachelor's degree. Experience in healthcare settings is highly valued. Competitive hourly salary ranges from $50-$55.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a R.N. in California.
• Previous experience in hospital or healthcare settings.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Sales or service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in admissions process and evaluate patients.
• Obtain agreement for patient admission.
• Build relationships with referral sources.
• Educate patients and families about hospice care.

Skills

Knowledge of intake and admission processes

Effective communication with patients and families

Clinical knowledge development

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

VITAS information system

Job description

The Admissions RN is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present VITAS services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients. Salary Range: $50-$55/Hour

• Participation in the information gathering, analysis, education and form completion aspects of the admissions process
• Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g. medical records review as requested.
• Obtain agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria.
• Analyze data collected by the LPN to facilitate/obtain admission orders
• Build effective referral source relationships to support the high quality and responsiveness expectations associated with VITAS.
• Maintain clinical and professional competence.
• Take the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons.
• Utilize interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patient’s family has concerning hospice and palliative care.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability to further develop skills in these competency areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral sources and colleagues.
• Knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases and ability to develop VITAS specific clinical knowledge.
• Ability to use the VITAS information system and mobile technology platforms.
• Reliable means of transportation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently licensed as a R.N. in the state where duties are performed.
• Previous hospital, physician practice, LTC or ALF experience
• Strong Presentation Skills
• Previous sales or service experience preferred

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE

• EOE/AA M/F/D/V

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