Admissions RN
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Job Location:
Victoria, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: Victoria TX
Department: Clinical
Reports To: Clinical Manager / Director of Clinical Services
Status: Full-Time
Rotation: Tuesday - Friday / 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
POSITION SUMMARY
Hospice of South Texas (HOST) is seeking a compassionate and skilled RN Admission Nurse to complete hospice admissions and provide comprehensive skilled nursing care to patients in their place of residence. This role serves as a critical clinical liaison between patients families referral partners and the interdisciplinary team ensuring timely and appropriate admission care coordination and regulatory compliance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Admissions & Clinical Assessment
- Perform comprehensive admission assessments addressing physical functional psychosocial spiritual and environmental needs.
- Review referral and admission documentation for appropriateness and eligibility.
- Apply hospice admission criteria to determine level of care and patient eligibility.
- Assess caregiver readiness and immediate support needs upon admission.
- Establish individualized Plans of Care and recommend revisions as needed.
Care Coordination & Patient Education
- Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) physicians and referral partners.
- Educate patients and families on disease progression symptom management nutrition self-care and end-of-life expectations.
- Communicate changes in patient condition and care outcomes to appropriate team members.
- Determine scope and frequency of services based on acuity and patient/family needs.
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete and submit all documentation timely per HOST policies and regulatory standards.
- Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with third-party payer requirements.
- Utilize electronic systems and organizational technology for accurate communication and documentation.
- Maintain infection control and standard precautions in all care activities.
Professional Practice & On-Call
- Participate in assigned on-call rotation providing patient/family support.
- Demonstrate professional growth competency and adherence to hospice philosophy.
- Promote HOST administrative policies and standards of care.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Graduate of an accredited Diploma Associate or Bachelor of Nursing program
- Current Texas RN license
- Valid Texas Drivers License and reliable insured transportation
- CPR certification and Hepatitis consent/declination
- Strong interpersonal communication and assessment skills
- Ability to work independently in home-based settings
Preferred
- Minimum two (2) years of RN experience in clinical care
- Hospice or home health experience
- Specialized training in palliative or end-of-life care
PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged standing walking and ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to transfer and assist patients safely
- Exposure to home environments infectious disease risk and varying weather conditions
- Flexible scheduling with PRN emergency call responsibility
- Ability to work under time-sensitive and emotionally complex conditions
Why Hospice of South Texas
Hospice of South Texas is proud to be a nonprofit leader in compassionate end-of-life care. We offer a supportive team environment competitive compensation excellent benefits and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day.
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical Dental Vision HSA/FSA PTO 401k Life Insurance STD/LTD Educational Reimbursement.
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About Company
VICTORIA 361.572.4300 HALLETTSVILLE 361.798.2077 WHO WE ARE Every day we deliver heartfelt care and comfort to those struggling with serious illness. We enable people to regain who they are beyond their illness by helping control symptoms, providing practical support and empowe ... View more
