Employment Type:Full time
Shift:Weekend Shift
Description:RN Admissions- Hospice-Weekend Track - Eligible for Full-Time Medical BenefitsSchedule: Only Every Saturday and Sunday 12 hour shifts. No days during the week after training periodThe Community Hospice is seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Weekend Hospice Admissions Team. This rewarding role focuses primarily on admissions to our Hospice Home Care program, with cross-training opportunities to support admissions across other levels of hospice care.
Position Summary:The Hospice Admissions RN is responsible for evaluating and admitting patients to hospice services in the home setting while ensuring a smooth transition into care. This role combines clinical expertise, compassionate communication, and coordination with physicians, patients, families, and the hospice interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:- Conduct hospice admissions for patients in their homes, averaging two home admissions per day.
- Collaborate with community physicians and Hospice Medical Directors to confirm hospice eligibility.
- Complete comprehensive assessments of patient and family needs.
- Initiate the plan of care, including coordination of: Medications, Durable medical equipment, and Medical supplies
- Coordinate care with social workers, chaplains, volunteers, complementary therapists, home health aides, and other team members.
- Ensure a seamless handoff to the assigned Hospice Case Manager
- Accurately document assessments, care plans, and admission-related information.
Service Area & Travel:The Community Hospice's corporate office is located at 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY, with satellite offices in Catskill and Saratoga Springs, NY. Admissions are completed throughout our eight-county service area.What you will need:- A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
- Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
- 1-2 years recent acute care RN experience
- Hospice experience a plus but not required.
- The RN must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written
- Valid Driver's License and Reliable vehicle
- High level of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers
Training provided in end of life care.
Community Hospice provides a thorough orientation, preceptors and a supportive work environment.
Apply today for more information.
Enhanced rate for weekend track: $57.90/hrExperience based pay range for NON-weekend track: $38.00-$50.18 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
