Admissions RN

The Admissions RN is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present VITAS services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients.

* Participation in the information gathering, analysis, education and form completion aspects of the admissions process * Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g.

medical records review as requested.

* Obtain agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria.

* Analyze data collected by the LPN to facilitate/obtain admission orders * Build effective referral source relationships to support the high quality and responsiveness expectations associated with VITAS.

* Maintain clinical and professional competence.

* Take the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons.

* Utilize interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patient's family has concerning hospice and palliative care.

JOB REQUIREMENTS * Knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability to further develop skills in these competency areas.

* Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral sources and colleagues.

* Knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases and ability to develop VITAS specific clinical knowledge.

* Ability to use the VITAS information system and mobile technology platforms.

* Reliable means of transportation.

QUALIFICATIONS * Currently licensed as a R.N.

in the state where duties are performed.

* Previous hospital, physician practice, LTC or ALF experience * Strong Presentation Skills * Previous sales or service experience preferred EDUCATION * Bachelor's degree preferred SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE * EOE/AA M/F/D/V #LI-MS1 #LI-Onsite