With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

THE MISSION OF BON SECOURS HOSPICE IS TO PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE, QUALITY HEALTHCARE SERVICES TO THOSE IN NEED, INCLUDING THE POOR AND DYING, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLEVIATING HUMAN SUFFERING AND BRINGING PEOPLE TO WHOLENESS IN THE MIDST OF PAIN AND LOSS.

GREAT TEAM, GREAT MENTORING AND SUPPORT ANDGREAT BENEFITS. DISCOVER ACAREER WHERE YOU CAN BE YOU!

Coverage for Peninsula Area

Up to 15,000 sign on bonus

Position Summary

RN Liaison coordinates referrals of patients from to Hospice from the inpatient or outpatient setting. Ensures patient eligibility for hospice and assists with discharge planning and scheduling of admissions upon discharge to home, facility or other residence. Builds referral relationships and engages in awareness and marketing events.

Essential Functions

Serves as hospice expert and resource with hospitals, facilities, and other referral sources. Builds relationships with hospital care teams, palliative care, discharge planners, community representatives, senior centers, long term care facilities, skilled facilities, physician practices, etc.

Attends hospital rounds, meetings, case conferences, family meetings, etc. to identify patients referred/eligible for hospice care.

Provides resources and education in the hospital, facility and home setting as needed regarding hospice eligibility, services, level of care and regulatory clarification. Collaborates with business development to increase awareness and access to hospice care.

Responds to referrals within 3 hours. Follows pending referrals daily and communicates status with the Clinical Coordinator and admitting team.

Schedules meeting with patient/family member to explain hospice services, discuss care options, and coordinate discharge plan.

Identifies patient/family’s physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs and preferences that may influence or impact patient’s care.

Collaborates with palliative care, providers, care team, discharge planners or others involved in the patient’s care to ensure continuity of care and goals of care for each patient.

Determines eligibility and appropriateness for hospice care based on state and federal guidelines and in collaboration with the hospitalist, patients attending physician and hospice medical director.

Orders durable medical equipment, supplies and medications in preparing for hospice admission.

Functions as a member of the hospice team, answering and making calls, performing admissions and visits as assigned. Serves as mentor or preceptor for new staff as assigned.

Job Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN Degree preferred.

Current licensure to the practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia

At least two years of experience in hospice care, case management, sales and marketing experience preferred.

Drivers License in good standing and acceptable record

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Customer service oriented with strong verbal, oral and written communication skills. Must relate well others and possess strong interpersonal skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft office applications, email, and internet searches. Must have effective time management and organizational skills

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com