Overnight Registered Nurse - Hospice Care

When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you'll realize it's more than a job. We're committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE! The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residency or in hospitals and initiates care into the services of Chapters Health System. Ensures a seamless transition to Care Navigation and serves as an ambassador of the Organization.

Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working

Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred

Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system

Strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or ICU

Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system

Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferred

Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy

Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation • Strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time management skills

Excellent customer service focus

Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.

Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.

Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.

Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.

Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.

Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.

Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs

Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy • Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient's immediate needs

Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort

Obtains Physician orders

Completes documentation per Company policy

Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.

Communicates frequently with Care Navigation staff to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs the Care Navigation team and prepares for next assignment.

Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.

Obtains medical record information for the referral.

Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.

Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.

Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.

During times of emergencies (i.e. the Triage RN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility.