Admissions RN

TieTalent - Blue Bell, PA

Job Title: Admissions RN

Position: Registered Nurse

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City: Blue Bell

State: PA

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Present VITAS services and philosophy to patients and families to facilitate appropriate admissions.
Participate in information gathering, analysis, education, and form completion aspects of the admissions process.
Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness by reviewing medical records as requested.
Obtain agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria.
Analyze data collected by the LPN to facilitate and obtain admission orders.
Build effective relationships with referral sources to meet high-quality and responsive expectations.
Maintain clinical and professional competence.
Develop effective relationships with admissions and patient care resource personnel.
Utilize interpersonal skills to educate and address questions from patients and families regarding hospice and palliative care.

Knowledge of intake, admission, and transition to care processes.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues.
Knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases.
Ability to use VITAS information systems and mobile technology platforms.
Reliable means of transportation.

Experience: Previous hospital, physician practice, LTC, or ALF experience.

Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

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