What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOSPITAL LIAISON position at DELAWARE HOSPICE INC?
Delaware Hospice is actively seeking a full-time Hospital Liaison/ Admissions RN to primarily cover one of our local hospitals.
We invite you to explore a Delaware Hospice career to rediscover the hands-on, patient centered care that drew you to the nursing profession in the first place. Our Admissions Nurses are an integral part of Delaware Hospice's mission and interdisciplinary team.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide Hospice services to patients and families. Acts as a representative of Delaware Hospice in the hospitals and facilities we serve. Establishes and promotes an effective positive relationship with hospital and facility staff. Manages General Inpatient visits in the hospitals. Utilizes the nursing process to provide quality nursing care to Hospice patients in accordance with Delaware Hospice policy. Instrumental in facilitating efficient admission of patient and families to Delaware Hospice.
- Delaware Hospice nurses may care for pediatric patients.
- We offer specialized training and orientation for nurses who wish to be part of the Katybug team.
- Our Katybug program specializes in helping kids from perinatal to young adult, find relief from pain and symptoms in their own home, while offering families the practical resources and emotional support they need to cope.
Delaware Hospice cares for our staff with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the generous benefits we provide and the opportunities for growth and advancement that we make available to our team. Benefits include:
- State of the art EMR system
- Comprehensive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Mileage reimbursement
- 403(B) retirement fund with company contribution after 1 year of service
- Paid time off
- Reimbursement for certification fees, and tuition assistance
- Generous merit increases
- RN Career Ladders
- Retention Awards
- Employee Assistance Program to you and family members at no cost to you
- Employee recognition and referral programs
- Fun contests to promote a healthy lifestyle
Delaware Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Since 1982, Delaware Hospice has provided the highest quality hospice and healthcare services, and serves as a trusted community partner in end-of-life education and support. Our mission is to support every individual, family, and community with compassionate and expert care for serious illness.
Accredited by the Joint Commission, Delaware Hospice continues to be a licensed, nonprofit, community-based hospice serving Delaware. Now also providing care in Pennsylvania; southern Chester and Delaware counties. We offered healthcare services through our Delaware Hospice, Delaware Palliative, Delaware Transitions, Katybug, Bereavement, and New Hope programs at the Delaware Hospice Center, in private homes, or acute and long term care facilities. For more information about Delaware Hospice’s programs and services, upcoming events, or employment opportunities, call 302-478-5707 or visit our website, www.delawarehospice.org
Qualifications:Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Delaware (in New Castle County, must maintain PA license as well). Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Certification in hospice nursing preferred. Minimum of two years of nursing, preferably in hospice or home care.