What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Intake RN position at The VIOS Clinic?
Join a supportive work environment where nurses are valued, management encourages advocacy, and work-life balance is prioritized. This role involves acting as a primary contact for hospice referral sources, coordinating incoming calls, and providing essential information to patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include completing intake screenings, obtaining necessary documentation, making preliminary admission decisions, and promoting hospice services to prospective clients. The position requires current RN licensure, graduation from an accredited nursing school, and at least one year of RN experience, with hospice or home health experience preferred.
Key Duties
Key Duties
- Manage communication with referral sources, patients, and families regarding care initiation.
- Document and analyze intake information for admission decisions.
- Log referrals, prepare reports, and respond to inquiries.
- Assist in initiating care by receiving verbal orders where permitted.
- Enter customer data into management systems and promote hospice services.
- Current RN licensure in the relevant state.
- Experience in hospice or home health care preferred.
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills.