RN Admissions

Overview

Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced RN to join our team serving patients and their families in Olathe and surrounding communities. The Hospice RN plans , implements and evaluates the nursing care of Hospice patients, working with families, caregivers and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

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Coordinates referrals and the communication between Hospice Consultants, the interdisciplinary team and referral sources.

• Answers questions regarding admission criteria, hospice services and referral requests
• Takes admissions referral and records information accurately on the referral forms and tracking sheet
• Contacts physician's office for admission approval when appropriate
• Contacts patient /family and makes appointment for admission interview

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Processes and completes all admission paperwork

• Provides accurate and appropriate documentation of patient/family services
• Obtains written consent from patient, family or patient assignee, when criteria for hospice admission is met
• Communicates with referral sources about appointments, MD orders, time frames for admission and any obstacles to an immediate admission
• Contacts patient/family within 24 hours to set-up appointment explaining hospice services

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Works with the marketing team to assure

• Strong patient, family, referrer and facility satisfaction
• Appropriate market penetration
• Maximization of hospice census goals

Qualifications

• Hospice Experience Preferred (or previous experience in home health, geriatrics or general medical/surgical nursing required)
• Registered Nurses license
• Commitment to Providing Excellent Customer Service to Patients and Families
• Valid Driver’s License
• Can Successfully Pass Background Checks