Hospice RN Admissions Coordinator

Good Shepherd Hospice; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Hospice in Wichita is seeking a compassionate RN to join our team, delivering specialized hospice care to patients and their families in Wichita and surrounding communities. The Hospice RN plans, implements and evaluates nursing care as part of an interdisciplinary team.

You will coordinate referrals, complete admission paperwork, and collaborate with physicians, patients and families to ensure timely, respectful and quality end-of-life care with a strong focus on service

Qualifications

• Hospice experience preferred (or home health, geriatrics or med-surg).
• Registered Nurse license is required.
• Commitment to excellent customer service for patients and families.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates referrals and communication between Hospice team and referral sources.
• Answers questions about admission criteria, hospice services and referrals.
• Takes admissions referrals and records information on forms and tracking sheets.
• Contacts physician offices for admission approval when appropriate.
• Sets up admission interviews with patient/family within 24 hours.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical documentation

Education

RN license

Job description

Good Shepherd Hospice in Wichita is seeking a compassionate RN to join our team, delivering specialized hospice care to patients and their families in Wichita and surrounding communities. The Hospice RN plans, implements and evaluates nursing care as part of an interdisciplinary team.

You will coordinate referrals, complete admission paperwork, and collaborate with physicians, patients and families to ensure timely, respectful and quality end-of-life care with a strong focus on service