Current NYS Registered Professional Nurse license required
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Minimum of two years experience in Hospice nursing
Proficient in physical assessment and interviewing skills
Strong client-service focus with excellent communication skills
Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Bilingual in Spanish/English required in some locations
Responsibilities
Evaluate and establish care plans for patients referred to Hospice services
Facilitate patient admissions from hospital discharge to Hospice programs
Develop and maintain relationships with physicians and healthcare professionals
Collaborate with social workers, case managers, and discharge planners
Act as a key member of the business development and marketing team
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid time off and holidays
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive work environment focused on patient care
Full Job Description
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.
MinUSD $112,000.00/Yr.
MaxUSD $135,600.00/Yr.
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.
