Admissions Nurse – Hospice

Overview

• Serve as an Admissions Nurse for a hospice program, ensuring timely and safe patient admissions.
• Conduct fieldwork for admissions and assessments in designated boroughs using public transportation or rideshare services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Manage high-tech and complex referrals within the Access Center, monitoring referral lists.
• Work under the guidance of the Access Nurse Team Leader to streamline admissions processes.
• Perform evaluations and verify orders prior to patient admission to the hospice program.
• Ensure adherence to hospice program standards and protocols during patient intake.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication with all involved disciplines.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Review and evaluate patient admissions to the hospice program, ensuring compliance with criteria.
• Perform field admissions and assessments, managing a caseload effectively.
• Coordinate with Access Coordinators to facilitate timely patient admissions.
• Communicate with hospice team members, including nurses, physicians, and social workers.
• Monitor referral lists and manage complex referrals within the Access Center.
• Verify written and verbal orders for evaluation prior to patient admission.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional communication standards.
• Participate in weekend shifts as required, ensuring consistent patient care.

Job Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.
• Hold a valid NY State RN license; BSN preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience; 6 years preferred in acute care, ER, critical care, oncology, or long-term care.
• Proficiency in PC skills and strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to travel within designated boroughs using public transportation or rideshare services.
• Flexibility to work 11 AM to 7 PM shifts and one weekend per month.
• Bilingual Spanish proficiency required for Manhattan and Bronx assignments.