Registered Nurse RN Hospice Admission Nurse

Texas Health Huguley FWS; Altamonte Springs (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Health Huguley FWS is seeking a Registered Nurse for the position of Hospice Admission Nurse in Altamonte Springs. This part-time role involves assessing prospective patients for hospice, ensuring they receive the necessary care and support. Ideal candidates will hold an Associates Degree in Nursing with at least three years of relevant experience, including acute care nursing. The position demands strong communication skills and a valid Florida RN license. Join a dedicated team and contribute to compassionate hospice care in the community.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing required.
• 3 years minimum as Registered Nurse with home health and/or acute care experience.
• Active Florida Registered Nurse license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and visit patients referred for admission to hospice care.
• Assess patient needs and eligibility for hospice services.
• Document information in the electronic medical record in a timely manner.

Skills

Home health nursing

Acute care nursing

Communication

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Job Description - Registered Nurse RN Hospice Admission Nurse (25015349)

Job Description

Registered Nurse RN Hospice Admission Nurse (

Job Number:

25015349 )

Description

Admissions Nurse – AdventHealth Hospice

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Part Time

Shift : Hrs are 9am-930pm. 2 Variable days/week. One weekend day per pay period.

Location: Covering Orange, Seminole and Osceola Counties.

The role you’ll contribute:

The Admissions Nurse is responsible for responding to and visiting with patients who have been referred for admission to AdventHealth Hospice Care CFL.The Admissions Nurse informs the patients, caregivers, and family members of the hospice services available with the organization and assesses patient for admission to services.In addition, the Admissions Nurse is responsible for visiting current AdventHealth Hospice Care CFL patients who have been admitted to the hospital and communicates patient status with the respective interdisciplinary team.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Provides information and resources available to patients for admittance onto Hospice services.
• Travels to resident site or hospital room of patient who has been referred to Hospice. Greets patient, caregiver and/or family member(s) and communicates the program and services available with Hospice.
• Partners with the Account Representative staff member to meet the needs of the patients and hospital staff to gain new referrals.
• Assesses the patient and family’s emotional condition as to readiness for hospice. Answers questions and responds to concerns to encourage admission onto the Hospice program if conditions are justified.
• Obtains required signatures and generates handwritten documents required to comply with regulations for reimbursement.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition, medical needs, current medications, and needs for special equipment. Determines patient’s primary physician, personal information, and special needs. If patient’s condition requires crisis intervention, psychosocial, chaplain or other special services, notify Hospice of need to assign appropriate team members. Obtain orders and initiate documentation for crisis care if required.
• Appropriately evaluates hospice eligible patients in a timely manner. Obtains approval from Hospice physician and the patient’s primary care physician to admit client to program. Communicates with the patient’s primary care physician with notification regarding admission of patient and care plan initiation with review.
• Promptly updates referral office/sources on the status of admissions.
• Documents information received from pre-admission visit to gather basic patient information and enters into the electronic medical record in a timely manner.

Qualifications

The expertise and experience you’ll need to succeed :

• Associates Degree.
• Minimum of 3 years Registered Nurse experience in home health and/or acute care nursing experience; including 1-year experience in the hospital
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the discretion of the Administrator.
• A clear/active Florida Registered Nurse license.
• Active American Heart Association BLS
• Maintain a current, valid Florida Driver's License in good standing with a safe driving record and a reliable vehicle.
• Maintain valid personal automobile insurance.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing certification.

Job

Job

: Nursing

Organization

Organization

: AdventHealth Home Health and Hospice

Primary Location

Work Locations

Work Locations

: 02 HB HA HOSPICE CARE CTRL FL 605 MONTGOMERY ROAD Altamonte Springs 32714

Operating Unit : ADH Hospice Care Ctrl Florida