Admissions Nurse RN - Alex, Arlington, Merrifield

Position: Admissions Nurse RN - Alex, Arlington, Merrifield - SIGN ON BONUS
It's inspiring to work with a company where people truly believe in what they're doing!

When you become part of the chapters health team, you'll realize it's more than a job. It's a mission. We're committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

$7,000 sign on bonus!

Your benefits start on your first day!

Generous pto (time off)

Mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive orientation

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible shift options

For work life balance 5-8-hour or 4-10-hour shifts

Supportive team and leadership

Role

In accordance with public health nursing standards, practices, and policies, will provide and arrange for hospice care for patients/families, in a collaborative relationship, with other members of the interdisciplinary team. The admission nurse makes initial nursing assessments, judgments and treatment decisions based on patient/family needs and wishes in accordance with professional skills.

Qualifications:

* current license as rn in the state where the employee will be working

* minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred

* previous experience working with an emr/ehr (electronic medical/health record) system

* strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or icu

* previous experience working with an emr/ehr (electronic medical/health record) system

* ability to effectively communicate in english (verbal and written); bi-lingual in spanish preferred

* ability to present services in a professional and articulate manner

* mobile driver - valid driver's license and automobile insurance per company policy

* reliable transportation to meet schedule

* ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately

* ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload

* ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time management skills

* excellent customer service focus

* active bls for healthcare professionals from the american heart association or red cross.

Competencies:

* satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position

Responsibilities of all employees:

* represent the company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.

* comply with all state, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.

* comply with company policies, procedures and standard practices.

* observe the company's health, safety and security practices.

* maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the company.

* use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.

* promote the company through participation in community and professional organizations.

* participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.

* improve own professional knowledge and skill level.

* advance electronic media skills.

* support company research and educational activities.

* share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.

* participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Job responsibilities:

* completes clinical admissions for all company services including, but not limited to:

* explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner

* identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses

* educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs

* completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and company policy ○ provides information to physicians and initiates plan of care…