HO2-TVL HOSPICE ADMISSION REGISTERED NURSE

HO2-TVL HOSPICE ADMISSION REGISTERED NURSE

Liberty Healthcare Management Thomasville, North Carolina, United States

About this position

Liberty Cares
With Compassion

AtLiberty Hospice we understand the unique needs of our patients and families facing terminal illness. That is why Liberty Hospice provides our hospice patients with state-of-the-art care and pain management services, delivered by our specially trained staff with emphasis on strength, dignity and compassion.

We are currently seeking an experienced:

HOSPICE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE – RN License Required

Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:

• Evaluate and admit patients as assigned according to Local Coverage Determinations (LCD) Guidelines provided by the branches Medicare Administrative Contractor(MAC).
• Initiate and develop an individualized plan of care for each patient.
• Coordinate patient care services as necessary.
• Documents comprehensive assessment at point of care.
• Works schedule according to Human Resource Action Form, participates in on-call rotation,attends and participates in monthly staff meetings.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires current RN licensure within state of branch location with one year of clinical nursing experience. Successfully completed nursing education from an approved school of nursing
• Must be able to provide effective health care services to patients in their home setting through patient evaluation, care, planning, and coordination- to include thorough, accurate, and complete documentation of the initial patient visit.
• Must accept travel and working conditions as assigned.
• Must be able to work independently and possess strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Must be able to use a personal computer and have a working knowledge of a variety of computer applications including Windows, Word, Excel, etc. CPR certification required.
• Minimum of twelve hours continuing education annually.