RN Hospice Liaison: Care Transition Specialist

MemorialCare; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

MemorialCare is seeking an RN Hospice Liaison in Laguna Hills to coordinate transitions from hospital to Hospice or Palliative services. This full-time role supports continuity of care between facilities, physicians, and patients at home.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in acute care, holds a California RN license, BCLS-CPR, and a valid driver's license with insurance. You will educate patients and participate in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year experience in acute care setting or as a case manager, discharge planner or similar position in an acute care setting.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services to facilitate a smooth transition from medical facility to Hospice or Palliative Services.
• Promotes continuity of care between medical facility, physician and home.
• Educates and assesses patients referred to hospice/Palliative Program to ensure hospice criteria is met and informed decisions regarding participation in hospice are made.
• Facilitates prompt and appropriate delivery of Hospice patient care in accordance with Medicare Conditions of Participation

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Current California RN license

Current BCLS-CPR

Current California driver's license with valid car insurance

Job description

MemorialCare is seeking an RN Hospice Liaison in Laguna Hills to coordinate transitions from hospital to Hospice or Palliative services. This full-time role supports continuity of care between facilities, physicians, and patients at home.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in acute care, holds a California RN license, BCLS-CPR, and a valid driver's license with insurance. You will educate patients and participate in performance improvement activities.