Hospice Admissions RN — Home Care & Care Coordination

Optum; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Hospice Admissions RN to guide patients and families through the admission process. You will assess physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs to establish an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the care team.

You will coordinate with physicians and facilities to ensure timely admissions, provide skilled interventions, educate families, and maintain accurate progress records.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• 2+ years of clinical RN experience in acute healthcare setting(s).
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates admissions of hospice patients by assessing initial physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs.
• Establishes the initial plan of care with the attending physician and interdisciplinary team.
• Provides skilled interventions and instructions to patients and caregivers for symptom control and comfort under physician direction.
• Serves as liaison between disciplines and facilities during admission processes.
• Develops and maintains individualized patient care progress records with timely, accurate documentation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Travel readiness

Education

Registered Nurse license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Hospice Admissions RN to guide patients and families through the admission process. You will assess physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs to establish an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the care team.

You will coordinate with physicians and facilities to ensure timely admissions, provide skilled interventions, educate families, and maintain accurate progress records.