Admissions Nurse
3 days ago
Job Type
Full-time
Description
About Us
At Talbot Hospice we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals and families navigating end-of-life journeys. Our hospice team is committed to dignity, comfort, and support, and we are seeking a skilled and empathetic Admissions Nurse to join us in making a meaningful difference.
By serving as an Admissions Nurse, you would prioritize the needs of the patient and family, so they have the best possible experience coming on our services. Trustworthiness, Dependability, and Adaptability are key attributes to success in this position. If you are a Registered Nurse (RN) who enjoys fast paced and challenging work in purpose-driven position offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, flexible schedules, and a team who truly care for each other, then you may want to take the next step by applying today.
Position Summary
The Hospice Admissions Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in welcoming patients and families into hospice care. This position involves conducting concise assessments recognizing urgent needs and prioritizing what is needed to get the patient and family comfortable and started on their hospice journey. The Admissions nurse is also able to balance multiple admissions, documentation and responsibilities in one day.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct timely admissions assessments in homes, facilities, or hospitals.
- Explain hospice philosophy, services, and benefits to patients and families.
- Evaluate patient eligibility for hospice services based on clinical criteria.
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare providers.
- Initiate and complete all required documentation accurately and efficiently within EMR systems (eg. MyUnity/Netsmart)
- Ensure a smooth transition into hospice care with compassion and professionalism.
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.
- Competitive salary and mileage reimbursement.
- Health(100% employer paid), dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Simple IRA with 3% matching by employer.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and mission-driven work environment.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. One (1) to two (2) years of recent critical care experience in an institutional setting, and one (1) to two (2) years of recent experience in home care.
- Current RN Registered Nurse Licensure in State of Maryland and CPR certification.
- Bachelor's degree, with one (1) year of hospice care experience preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
- Compassionate demeanor and commitment to patient-centered care.
- Ability to work fast paced, independently and efficiently in diverse settings.
- Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order
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