Care Transition Coordinator RN Hospice

LHC Group, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Care Transition Coordinator with hospice experience. This role focuses on facilitating seamless transitions for patients from facility settings to hospice care, ensuring they receive the support and education needed during this critical time. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with a compassionate approach to patient care. Join a team that values trust and connection, and take your nursing career to new heights in a supportive environment that prioritizes employee wellness and teamwork.

Benefits

Employee-focused wellness programs

Team support

Empathetic leadership

Qualifications

• 1+ year of hospice or hospital case management experience required.
• Must have RN, LPN, or SW licensure in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate seamless transitions for patients from facility to hospice care.
• Explain hospice services and procedures to patients and families.
• Participate in bi-weekly IDG meetings to discuss patient needs.

Skills

Hospice Experience

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Computer Skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License

Social Worker (SW) License

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Care Transition Coordinator– RN/LPN or MSW with Hospice Experience.

At Elite Hospice of Springdale, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.You can find a home for your career here.

As a Care Transition Coordinator, you can expect:

the ability to develop trusting relationships as an end-of-life care expert.

being valued and respected by patients and their families.

employee-focused wellness and support programs

incredible team support and empathetic leadership

Take your nursing career to a new level of caring. Join us.

Responsibilities

The Care Transition Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to facilitate a seamless transition for patients
discharging from a facility setting to the care of an LHC Group hospice agency.

Responsible for achievement of admission goals expectations as established at hire or at review of annual agency budget goals.

Assists the LHC Group agency with preparing for and accepting care of the patient post-discharge.

Assists the Administrator with execution of contracts for facility-based services for hospice patients.

Explains hospice services and agency procedures to the patient and their family members.

Involves the family and caregivers in the educational process and assesses post-discharge educational coaching needs.

Participate in bi-weekly IDG meetings, as necessary to give an update regarding accounts, customer needs, and progress towards agency growth strategies.

Education and Experience

• Must have one year hospice experience or one year of hospital case management experience.
• Must have current Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Social Worker (SW) licensure in state of practice.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have thorough understanding of hospice qualifying criteria and coverage guidelines.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Current CPR, driver's license, valid vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.