Admissions Nurse RN - Falls Church

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!

• Benefits Start On Day 1
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Generous PTO (Time Off)
• Retirement Plans
• $12,500 Sign On Bonus

The Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) 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.

• 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
• 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 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

• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position

• 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.

• 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 to address patient’s immediate needs.
• Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort.
• Obtains physician orders.
• Completes documentation per company policy.
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