What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admission Nurse position at Community Healthcare of Texas?
Community Healthcare of Texas has provided Hospice and Palliative Care Services since 1996. Community Healthcare of Texas has cared for patients with serious and terminal illnesses throughout North Central Texas. Providing compassionate care for those living with an illness while supporting those caring for a loved one is the mission of Community Healthcare of Texas.
POSITION SUMMARY
Meet with patients and families to explain the scope of hospice services and coordinate admission of patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Conducts consultations for admission of patient services, including education of hospice services to patients and their families.
- Completes thorough assessment of patient at the time of admission; establishes/arranges initial frequency of nursing visits, DME/RX needs, and assesses the need for bereavement, social work, chaplain, and volunteer services.
- Attends and reports to the Interdisciplinary Team regarding the patient.
- Completes paperwork and charting thoroughly and accurately according to Policy.
- May conduct nursing or 'tuck-in' visits.
- May train other admission staff on admission processes.
- May conduct supervisory visits on LVN or CNA staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas
- Hold a valid driver’s license
- 1 year of nursing experience required
- Case Management experience required
- Strongly prefer 2 years of experience in hospice case management
- Must have proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite experience
BENEFITS
- Competitive Pay
- Generous Paid Time Off Programs
- Company-provided Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm