JOB SUMMARY

America's first hospice, The Connecticut Hospice, Inc., is a 503 (c) not for profit organization, accredited and certified by The Joint Commission (TJC) as the first palliative hospital in the US., has an immediate opening available in their Central Intake & Admissions Department for a full-time Admissions Nurse. Bilingual- Spanish Speaking is helpful but NOT required. The Admissions Nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of patients and families and completes the admissions process. He/she coordinates the services provided by all disciplines and community providers. Provides education specific to the patient's diagnosis, reason for admission, and goals. Functions as a resource person to community agencies, local hospital care coordinators, discharge planners, social workers, physicians, nurses, patients, families and other community organizations. Documents the admissions process completely, initiates patient's plan of care and coordinates the interdisciplinary team services. Must be proficient in laptop documentation in electronic medical records and

OASIS. REPORTS TO

Director of Admissions STATUS:

Full-Time non-exempt, days, weekend rotation

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must have active Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Connecticut Graduate of an accredited school of nursing BSN preferred Hospice and Palliative Home Care nursing experience Two to three years experience in a clinical healthcare role Knowledge of current nursing, medical and health trends and practices in rendering of patient care Knowledge of referral procedures, criteria and admission guidelines The Connecticut Hospice, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $43.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Home Health Hospice & Palliative Medicine Physical Setting:

Hospital Work Location:

In person