Hospice Admissions Nurse

Provident Behavioral Health; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health is seeking a Hospice Admissions RN in Dickson, TN to coordinate admissions for home-based patients and perform initial assessments in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

You will obtain consents, develop individualized care plans, and educate families on hospice services, ensuring smooth transitions and adherence to care philosophies.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Tennessee.
• Hospice/home-based care experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and educational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete hospice admissions for patients in their homes.
• Conduct initial assessments and verify patient eligibility.
• Obtain consents and develop individualized care plans with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and symptom management.
• Ensure a seamless transition of care for hospice patients.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Hospice care knowledge

Education

RN License (TN)

Job description

• Coordinate and complete hospice admissions for patients in their homes.
• Conduct initial assessments and verify patient eligibility.
• Obtain necessary consents and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and symptom management.
• Ensure a seamless transition of care for hospice patients.

Role:

Hospice Admissions RN

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete hospice admissions for patients in their homes.
• Conduct initial assessments and verify patient eligibility.
• Obtain necessary consents and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and symptom management.
• Ensure a seamless transition of care for hospice patients.

Qualifications And Skills

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach.
• Strong communication and educational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles and clinical practices.

Additional Information:

The role offers clinical support, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth within hospice and home-based care.