RN, Hospice Admissions (Hillsborough Co.) LifePath Hospice

About the role

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!

RN Admissions- 11am to 10pm - every other weekend rotation BENEFITS EFFECTIVE DAY 1! GENEROUS SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE! 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

Competencies: Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position Responsibilities 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.
• Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance.
• Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.