Hospice Admissions RN

Job Description

Capital City Hospice is proud to be Ohio-made. Every decision we make about hospice care is made with patients and families in mind. Our team is rooted in the communities we serve and are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care for our fellow Central Ohio residents.

We believe that the best definition of care is determined by the wishes and needs of patients and their families. We are committed to supporting our patients to remain wherever they call home throughout their entire journey. To accomplish this, we strive to support not only our patients but the team that serves them. Our team carries low patient caseloads and are never on call. We provide a positive work experience for our employees by empowering our staff and giving them rewarding careers with manageable workloads, support, and flexibility. Come join the fastest-growing hospice care in the Midwest.

Schedule: 4 - 10-hour shifts and every other weekend - 10am - 8pm with 2 holidays on call each year

What We offer:

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on the first of the month

401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match

Generous time off accruals

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Hospice Certification benefit and salary increase

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do:

Perform pre-admission evaluations for the appropriateness of services.

Initiates the admission process by educating and informing patients/families of its services.

Obtains informed consent

Provides nursing assessment, initial plan of care, and intervention(s) that optimize patient and family-directed comfort and quality of life.

Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program

Licensed as a registered nurse in the state of practice

Must possess current CPR Certification

1 year of Hospice experience, preferred

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, family members, visitors, agency personnel, and the general public

Must be knowledgeable of quality assessment and assurance procedures

Full-time