Adventhealth Altamonte Springs , FL 32715
Posted 1 week ago
Admissions Nurse
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One
Rewarding Work Environment
Career Development
Up to $7500 Sign On Bonus
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule : Full Time, 40 hours per week 10:00am-6:30pm Monday
Location : Hospital Float. Travel within Seminole, Orange and Osceola Counties.
The community you'll be caring for:
Faith based and Mission driven agency
Flexible scheduling
One-on-one patient care in the patient's home environment
Joint Commission Deemed Status accredited agency
Competitive pay with no state income tax
Commitment to workplace wellness and exceptional health and benefits offerings
The role you'll contribute:
The Admissions Nurse is responsible for responding to and visiting with patients who have been referred for admission to Hospice. The Admissions Nurse informs the patients, caregivers, and family members of the hospice services available with the organization and assesses patient for admission to services. In addition, the Admissions Nurse is responsible for visiting current Hospice of the Comforter patients who have been admitted to the hospital and communicates patient status with the respective interdisciplinary team.
The value you'll bring to the team:
Travels to resident site or hospital room of patient who has been referred to Hospice. Greets patient, caregiver and/or family member(s) and communicates the program and services available with Hospice.
Partners with the Account Representative staff member to meet the needs of the patients and hospital staff to gain new referrals.
Assesses the patient and family's emotional condition as to readiness for hospice. Answers questions and responds to concerns to encourage admission onto the Hospice of the Comforter program if conditions are justified.
Assesses the patient's physical condition, medical needs, current medications, and needs for special equipment. Determines patient's primary physician, personal information, and special needs. If patient's condition requires crisis intervention, psychosocial, chaplain or other special services, notify Hospice of the Comforter of need to assign appropriate team members. Obtain orders and initiate documentation for crisis care if required.
Appropriately evaluates hospice eligible patients in a timely manner. Obtains approval from Hospice of the Comforter physician and the patient's primary care physician to admit client to program. Communicates with the patient's primary care physician with notification regarding admission of patient and care plan.
Qualifications
What You Will Need To Succeed:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Associates Degree.
Minimum of 3 years Registered Nurse experience in home health and/or acute care nursing experience; including 1-year experience in the hospital
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the discretion of the Administrator.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
A clear/active Florida Registered Nurse license.
Basic Life Support Certification.
Maintain a current, valid Florida Driver's License in good standing with a safe driving record and a reliable vehicle.
Maintain valid personal automobile insurance.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Nursing
Organization: AdventHealth Hospice Care Central FL
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 24022704
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
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