Registered Nurse for Hospice Admissions

2 weeks ago


Las Vegas, Nevada, United States ProCare Hospice of Nevada Full time
Job Overview

Position Summary:

The Admissions Registered Nurse plays a crucial role in the management of patient information alongside the Admissions Coordinator, Admissions Assistant, and Community Liaisons. This position involves direct interaction with referred patients to conduct thorough evaluations of their clinical status, which are then presented to the Hospice Medical Director for either admission approval or denial into the hospice program. Upon receiving verbal confirmation from the Hospice Medical Director, the Admissions RN is tasked with orchestrating all facets of the patient's admission, including arranging transportation to their residence when necessary, as well as coordinating durable medical equipment and medications pertinent to their hospice care.

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Key Responsibilities:

  1. Ensures adherence to patient rights, confidentiality, and abuse reporting protocols.
  2. Collects, analyzes, and reports patient care data to formulate a comprehensive assessment for the Hospice Medical Director.
  3. Immediately communicates significant health or safety concerns to the relevant team members.
  4. Maintains effective working relationships with peers and other healthcare professionals.
  5. Educates patients and families about hospice benefits and collaborates with them to establish a realistic Plan of Care.
  6. Supervises and delegates tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants and Licensed Vocational Nurses as necessary.
  7. Anticipates the overall care needs of newly admitted patients and coordinates with all hospice disciplines.
  8. Completes all necessary admission documentation within 48 hours and ensures proper communication with the hospice team.
  9. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and contributes to performance improvement initiatives.
  10. Provides emotional and spiritual support to patients and families, addressing issues related to terminal illness.

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Qualifications:

  1. Must hold a current Registered Nurse license in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
  2. Preferred experience of at least one year in hospice, home health, or geriatric nursing.
  3. Must pass a background check and pre-employment screenings.
  4. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  5. Flexibility to manage a dynamic schedule and cope with emotionally charged situations.
  6. Must possess reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

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