RN, Admissions, Florida

RN, Admissions (Hernando, Pasco and Citrus) HPH Hospice

locations:Brooksville, FL

time type:Full time

job requisition id:R

ITS INSPIRING TO WORK WITH A COMPANY WHERE PEOPLE TRULY BELIEVE IN WHAT THEYRE DOING!



WHEN YOU BECOME PART OF THE CHAPTERS HEALTH TEAM, YOULL REALIZE ITS MORE THAN A JOB. ITS A MISSION. WERE 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!





Sign on bonus available and benefits eligible day 1

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:

* Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
* Current Florida license as RN, current active single-state out-of-state nurse license, or current active multistate/compact nurse license
* Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience in acute care, hospice, home health care or other post-acute care
* Strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or ICU
* Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system
* Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferred
* Ability to present services in a professional and articulate manner
* Mobile Driver - Valid drivers license and automobile insurance per Company policy
* Reliable transportation to meet schedule
* Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately
* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload
* Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
* Strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time management skills
* Excellent customer service focus
* Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023



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 patients 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.
* Performs other duties as assigned.



PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POST OFFER/PRE-PLACEMENT (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):



While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.



Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance.



Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.







THIS POSITION REQUIRES CONSENT TO DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL TESTING AFTER A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT IS MADE, AS WELL AS ON-GOING COMPLIANCE WITH THE DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE POLICY.