Admissions RN

Admissions RN

The Admissions RN is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present VITAS services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients.

Job Description

• Participation in the information gathering, analysis, education, and form completion aspects of the admissions process
• Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g., medical records review as requested
• Obtain agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria
• Analyze data collected by the LPN to facilitate/obtain admission orders
• Build effective referral source relationships to support the high quality and responsiveness expectations associated with VITAS
• Maintain clinical and professional competence
• Take the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons
• Utilize interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patient's family has concerning hospice and palliative care

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability to further develop skills in these competency areas
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral sources, and colleagues
• Knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases and ability to develop VITAS specific clinical knowledge
• Ability to use the VITAS information system and mobile technology platforms
• Reliable means of transportation
• Currently licensed as a R.N. in the state where duties are performed
• Previous hospital, physician practice, LTC or ALF experience
• Strong presentation skills
• Previous sales or service experience preferred

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred