Current NYS Registered Professional Nurse license required.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Minimum of 2 years experience in Hospice nursing.
Proficient in physical assessment and interviewing skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are a must.
Bilingual Spanish/English is needed in some locations.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and create tailored care plans for hospice patients.
Facilitate admissions from hospital to hospice programs.
Establish positive relationships with healthcare professionals.
Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and case managers.
Act as a key member of the business development and marketing team.
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits package.
Generous PTO and holiday leave.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Contributions to retirement plans.
Supportive work environment focused on teamwork.
Full Job Description
Req #: 4238
Job ID: 15651
Job Location: New York, NY
Zip Code: 10041
Category: Hospice Nursing
Agency: MJHS Hospice & Palliative Care
Status: Regular Full-Time
Office: Office-based
Salary: $112,000.00 - $135,600.00 per year
Responsibilities:
Working on-site at a major medical center, the Hospice Care Planner is responsible for evaluating and establishing a plan of care for patients referred for Hospice Care services. The Hospice Care Planner will facilitate admission of referrals upon discharge from the hospital to a Hospice program that meets the needs of the patient and family members. As a key member of the business development and marketing team, the Hospice Care Planner develops and maintains positive relationships with physicians, social workers, case managers and discharge planners within the medical center.
Qualifications: • Licensed with current Registration to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in NYS is required. • Bachelor's Degree preferred. • Must have a minimum of two years experience in Hospice nursing with proficiency in physical assessment and interviewing skills. • Must be client-service focused with excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills, plus the ability to work independently is essential. • Bilingual Spanish/English is required in some locations.
About Metropolitan Jewish Health System
Metropolitan Jewish Health System is a non-profit organization that provides health care services to seniors and individuals with chronic illnesses in the New York City area. The organization was founded in 1907 and has since grown to become one of the largest providers of home health care, hospice care, and long-term care in the region. Metropolitan Jewish Health System's services include skilled nursing, rehabilitation, palliative care, and social work. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and their families. Metropolitan Jewish Health System is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
