Admissions Registered Nurse
Company: VITAS
Location: Deerfield Beach
Posted on: May 12, 2022
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION The Admissions Registered Nurse
is 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 RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. - - - -
- Admissions Registered Nurse participates in the information
gathering, analysis, education and form completion aspects of the
admissions process 2. - - - - - Admissions Registered Nurse
evaluates patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g. medical
records review as requested. 3. - - - - - Admissions Registered
Nurse Obtains agreement for admission of referred patients and
families who meet admission criteria. 4. - - - - - Admissions
Registered Nurse analyzes data collected by the admission staff or
VITAS clinicians to facilitate/obtain admission orders 5. - - - - -
Admissions Registered Nurse builds effective referral source
relationships to support the high quality and responsiveness
expectations associated with VITAS. 6. - - - - - Admissions
Registered Nurse maintains clinical and professional competence. 7.
- - - - - Admissions Registered Nurse takes the initiative in
developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate
admissions and patient care resource persons. 8. - - - - -
Admissions Registered Nurse utilizes interpersonal skills to help
appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or
patients family has concerning hospice and palliative care. 9. - -
- - - Other duties and responsibilities as assigned JOB
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. - - - - -
Admissions Registered Nurse has knowledge of the principles of the
intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability
to further develop skills in these competency areas. 2. - - - - -
Admissions Registered Nurse has the ability to communicate
effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral
sources and colleagues. 3. - - - - - Admissions Registered Nurse
has the knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases and
ability to develop VITAS specific clinical knowledge. 4. - - - - -
Admissions Registered Nurse has the ability to use the VITAS
information system and mobile technology platforms. 5. - - - - -
Admissions Registered Nurse has reliable means of transportation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands of the
Admissions Registered Nurse are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. While performing the duties of the Admissions Registered
Nurse, the employee is regularly required to: 1. - - - - - Assist
in lifting and transferring patients, as required. 2. - - - - -
Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds 3. - - - - - Stand or walk in
excess of one hour per day 4. - - - - - Talk and hear Specific
vision abilities required by the Admissions Registered Nurse
include: 1. - - - - - Close vision 2. - - - - - Distance vision 3.
- - - - - Ability to adjust focus The Admissions Registered Nurse
will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. - DIRECTION
RECEIVED The Admissions Registered Nurse reports to the Admissions
Manager designated in the location. In the event the location does
not have an Admissions Manager, the Admissions Registered Nurse
will receive direction from the Patient Care Administrator or
program designee - QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED
NURSE 1. - - - - - Admissions Registered Nurse is currently
licensed as a R.N. in the state where duties are performed. 2. - -
- - - Admissions Registered Nurse has previous hospital, physician
practice, LTC or ALF experience 3. - - - - - Admissions Registered
Nurse has strong Presentation Skills 4. - - - - - Bachelors degree
preferred About Us VITAS - Healthcare is the nation's leading
provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise
to support your personal and professional growth. -As a member of
the VITAS team, you'll find fulfillment working for a
people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the
lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will
be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team
member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice
mission. All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and
responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism,
collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth
and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and
position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and
leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find
your purpose at VITAS today. Benefits Include: - Competitive
compensation -- Health, dental, vision, life and disability
insurance- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending
accounts- Life insurance- 401(k) plan with numerous investment
options and generous company match- Cancer and/or critical illness
benefit- Tuition Reimbursement- Paid Time Off- Employee Assistance
Program- Legal Insurance- Roadside Assistance- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work -day or night
shifts, weekdays or weekends. Choose a Career with VITAS
Keywords: VITAS, Deerfield Beach , Admissions Registered Nurse, Healthcare , Deerfield Beach, Florida
Click
here to apply!
|