Job Summary
The Admissions RN assesses individuals referred for hospice services and guides them through the admission process. In partnership with physicians and care facilities, this nurse supports coordinated, timely care and helps promote continuity from referral through admission and beyond. The role also involves consistent communication with referral partners and thorough, accurate clinical documentation.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate prospective hospice patients and support determination of admission needs.
- Coordinate care and admission arrangements with physicians and facility staff.
- Manage the hospice admission process from referral through completion.
- Maintain ongoing communication with referral sources to support effective coordination.
- Document relevant information accurately to help ensure continuity of care.
Qualifications
- Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- At least one year of acute-care nursing experience.
- Hospice experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems is preferred.
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