What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Admissions position at Good Shepherd Hospice?
Overview
Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced
RN to join our team serving patients and their families in
San Antonio 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
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
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
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
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