The Admission Nurse is responsible for evaluating and admitting patients to hospice care or home health care. This role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing care plans, and ensuring a smooth transition for patients and their families into the care of The Center for Hospice. The Admission Nurse works closely with the interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate and high-quality care.
Reports to the Director of Admissions and accountable to the Director of Nursing
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Conduct initial assessments of patients referred to hospice/ home health care, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial evaluations.
Develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
Educate patients and families about hospice/home health services, care plans, and what to expect.
Coordinate with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
Complete and submit all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families during the admission process.
Ensure compliance with all hospice/home health policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in ongoing education and training to stay current with best practices in hospice/home health care.
Performs other duties as assigned to help promote quality care and outcomes.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Possesses the ability to perform the following tasks for varying periods of time: standing, walking, sitting, lifting objects up to 75 lbs., pushing/pulling objects up to 100 lbs., climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, twisting, bending, reaching overhead and in front of body, simultaneous use of both hands, wrists, and fingers.
Possesses the ability to perform the following tasks for varying periods of time: speak in conversational tones utilizing the English/American Language, hear conversations as well as bodily function sounds with various medical or non-medical devices, observe patients via touch sensitivity that is strong enough to palpate various areas on the human body and allow an accurate reporting of a pulse, see with vision acuity: near, 20 inches or less, and far, 20 inches or more, with or without corrective devices such as glasses or contacts, have a depth perception of three dimensions, and a sharpness of vision/focus with adequate peripheral vision to allow an acute awareness of surroundings.
Possesses the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions that include but are not limited to the following: adverse weather conditions, dust, fumes, tobacco smoke, noise, closed-in spaces or rooms, and locations with poor or improper lighting and glare.
May be required to work in shifts that may be steady or rotating including weekend and holiday rotation as needed.
Possesses the ability to operate and drive an automobile to patient locations while maintaining a valid driver's license and active automobile insurance. Requires use of personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in [State].
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care.
Strong assessment and clinical skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
