Admissions RN

Admissions RN

Job Description:

• Present VITAS services and philosophy to patients and families for appropriate admissions.
• Participate in information gathering, analysis, education, and form completion during the admissions process.
• Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness, including medical records review as requested.
• Obtain agreement for admission from referred patients and families meeting criteria.
• Analyze data collected by the LPN to facilitate/obtain admission orders.
• Build effective referral source relationships to support high-quality and responsive expectations.
• Maintain clinical and professional competence.
• Develop effective internal relationships with admissions and patient care resource persons.
• Utilize interpersonal skills to educate and address questions concerning hospice and palliative care.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of principles related to intake, admission, and transition to care processes.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, physicians, referral sources, and colleagues.
• Understanding of clinical manifestations of diseases and ability to develop VITAS-specific clinical knowledge.
• Proficiency in using the VITAS information system and mobile technology platforms.
• Reliable means of transportation.

Qualifications:

• Current R.N. license in the state where duties are performed.
• Previous experience in hospitals, physician practices, LTC, or ALF.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Previous sales or service experience preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.