• Travels to resident site or hospital room of patient who has been referred to Hospice of the Comforter. Greets patient, caregiver and/or family member(s) and communicates the program and services available with Hospice of the Comforter.
• Partners with the Account Representative staff member to meet the needs of the patients and hospital staff to gain new referrals.
• Assesses the patient and family’s emotional condition as to readiness for hospice. Answers questions and responds to concerns to encourage admission onto the Hospice of the Comforter program if conditions are justified.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition, medical needs, current medications, and needs for special equipment. Determines patient’s primary physician, personal information, and special needs. If patient’s condition requires crisis intervention, psychosocial, chaplain or other special services, notify Hospice of the Comforter of need to assign appropriate team members. Obtain orders and initiate documentation for crisis care if required.
• Appropriately evaluates hospice eligible patients in a timely manner. Obtains approval from Hospice of the Comforter physician and the patient’s primary care physician to admit client to program. Communicates with the patient’s primary care physician with notification regarding admission of patient and care plan.

What You Will Need To Succeed:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Associates Degree.

• Minimum of 3 years Registered Nurse experience in home health and/or acute care nursing experience; including 1-year experience in the hospital

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the discretion of the Administrator.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• A clear/active Florida Registered Nurse license.

• Basic Life Support Certification.

• Maintain a current, valid Florida Driver's License in good standing with a safe driving record and a reliable vehicle.

• Maintain valid personal automobile insurance.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing certification.