Hospice Admissions RN — Care Navigator & Advocate

Chapters Health System; Lecanto (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day 1

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Chapters Health System is seeking an Admission RN to assess patients in their residence or hospital settings and initiate care within our services. This role acts as the ambassador of the organization, ensuring smooth transitions to Care Navigation.

The position requires an active RN license in the working state, at least 1 year of nursing experience (hospice/hospital preferred), and EMR/EHR proficiency. BLS certification and a valid driver’s license are required, with bilingual Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working.
• Minimum of one year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred.
• Experience working with an EMR/EHR system.

Responsibilities

• Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:
• Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner
• Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses
• Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs
• Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy
• Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs
• Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort
• Obtains Physician orders
• Completes documentation per Company policy
• Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
• Communicates frequently with Care Navigation staff to ensure timely follow‑up.
• When assignment is complete, informs the Care Navigation team and prepares for next assignment.
• Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.
• Discusses any potential needs with after‑hours staff.
• Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
• Obtains medical record information for the referral.
• Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.
• Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.
• Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.
• During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the Triage RN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services.
• This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Spanish language

Valid driver’s license

Teamwork

Education

RN license (state-specific)

Tools

EMR/EHR system

Job description

Chapters Health System is seeking an Admission RN to assess patients in their residence or hospital settings and initiate care within our services. This role acts as the ambassador of the organization, ensuring smooth transitions to Care Navigation.

The position requires an active RN license in the working state, at least 1 year of nursing experience (hospice/hospital preferred), and EMR/EHR proficiency. BLS certification and a valid driver’s license are required, with bilingual Spanish a plus.