Hospice Admissions Nurse

Overview

• Provide compassionate care and guidance to patients and families during hospice admissions, ensuring a smooth transition to hospice services.
• Conduct comprehensive initial assessments and develop tailored nursing care plans to address individual patient needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver seamless and holistic patient care.
• Utilize advanced electronic medical records (EMR) systems for accurate and efficient documentation.
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and advance directives to foster understanding and comfort.
• Participate in a rotating weekend schedule to ensure consistent and reliable patient care.
• Contribute to a supportive and collaborative team environment, promoting excellence in hospice care.
• Work in a flexible, remote role with field-based responsibilities across designated counties.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct detailed patient and family counseling to explain hospice services and philosophy.
• Perform thorough physical and pain assessments during initial visits to determine care needs.
• Develop initial nursing and home health aide care plans tailored to patient requirements.
• Obtain necessary consents, authorizations, and medical orders from primary physicians efficiently.
• Assist with referral intake and data entry to streamline admission processes.
• Participate in weekend rotations to provide continuous and reliable patient care.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and seamless care delivery.
• Maintain precise and timely documentation in EMR systems to uphold care standards.
• Support additional admission procedures and responsibilities as required by the role.

Job Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensed to practice in New York State, with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum of two years of recent bedside nursing experience, with six years preferred.
• Experience in Med-Surg nursing and providing care to terminally ill patients.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and effective communication skills.
• Ability to assess patient needs and develop comprehensive care plans accordingly.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle access, and current insurance required.
• Commitment to hospice philosophy and delivering compassionate care to patients and families.
• Flexibility to work across designated counties and participate in weekend rotations.