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RN Admissions
Good Shepherd Hospice
Oklahoma City , OK 73113
Posted 6 days ago
RN AdmissionsDepartment: ClinicalEmployment Type:Full TimeLocation: Oklahoma City, OKDescriptionGood Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced RN to join our team serving patients and their families in OKC Metro 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 * Flexible Full time hoursKey Responsibilities*
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* 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* Strong patient, family, referrer and facility satisfaction * Appropriate market penetration * Maximization of hospice census goalsSkills Knowledge and Expertise * 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 * Valid Driver's License * Can Successfully Pass Background ChecksBenefits * Paid Holidays * Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance* 401K Investment Plan with employer matching program* 5 Weeks Paid time off based off hours accrued * Mileage Reimbursement * Education Fund