HOSPICE ADMISSIONS NURSE - RN

JOB SUMMARY:
This position performs pre-admission evaluations for appropriateness for Hospice services.
Initiates the admission process by educating and informing patient/family of our services, obtains
informed consents, provides nursing assessment, initial plan of care and intervention(s) that
optimize patient and family directed comfort and quality of life. This position also works with
the intake team, referring physician and other referral sources to promote the hospice philosophy
of care.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Educational/Degree: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
Training/Licensure: Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick
judgments. Ability to supervise others appropriately. Ability to
respond appropriately to crises outside of a hospital setting.
Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural
and religious modes. Completes Hospice training program.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred.
Active patient contact within the past three years, preferred.