RN, Admissions LifePath Hospice

Chapters Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 68,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits start day one

Job summary

Chapters Health System seeks an Admission Registered Nurse to assess patients in living settings or hospital-based settings and initiate care into LifePath Hospice services in Temple Terrace, Florida. You will help ensure a seamless transition to Care Navigation and represent the organization with compassion.

The role requires an active Florida RN license, at least 1 year of nursing experience (hospice or hospital preferred), EMR proficiency, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state where the employee will be working.
• Minimum of one year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems.
• Strong clinical assessment skills; background in emergency department or ICU preferred.
• English communication required; Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Mobile driver; valid license and automobile insurance per policy.
• Reliable transportation to meet schedule.
• Ability to work in a team and manage emotional workload.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Completes clinical admissions for all Company services.
• Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions with empathy.
• Obtains physician orders and initiates Plan of Care.
• Initiates skilled nursing interventions to alleviate symptoms and maximize comfort.
• Obtains consents and documents per policy; communicates SBAR.
• Works with Care Navigation to ensure timely referrals and follow-up.
• Facilitates safe discharge planning and coordination with facilities.

Skills

RN license

1 year nursing exp

EMR/EHR experience

BLS for healthcare

Spanish preferred

Driver’s license

Team-oriented

Time management

Tools

EMR/EHR system

Job description

## RN, Admissions LifePath HospiceApplylocations: Temple Terrace, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2611224**It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!****When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!**11am- 10pm (4-ten hour shifts with an every other weekend rotation) SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE! BENEFITS BEGIN DAY 1! Role: The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residency or in hospitals and initiates care into the services of Chapters Health System. Ensures a seamless transition to Care Navigation and serves as an ambassador of the Organization.Qualifications:* Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working* Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred* Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system* Strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or ICU* Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system* Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferred* Ability to present services in a professional and articulate manner* Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy* Reliable transportation to meet schedule* Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload* Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation • Strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time management skills* Excellent customer service focus* Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.Competencies:* Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this positionResponsibilities of all employees:* Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.* Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.* Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.* Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.* Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.* Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.* Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.* Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.* Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.* Advance electronic media skills.* Support Company research and educational activities.* Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.* Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.Job 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.### ### Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):### While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.### Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance.### Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.**Compensation Pay Range:**$67,976.53 - $106,213.33**This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.****All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit** **https://info.flclearinghouse.com/****.**