Job Description

Our Admissions Registered Nurses are at the forefront of our mission to provide compassionate end-of-life care and support to patients and their families. This role involves conducting thorough assessments, collaborating with patients and their loved ones to understand their needs and preferences, and facilitate a smooth transition into our care programs. With a focus on integrity and excellence, they adherence to regulatory requirements and uphold high standards of clinical practice. By embodying our values of dignity, respect, and community, they play a vital part in fulfilling our commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve during their most vulnerable moments.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently licensed in the State of Florida as a Registered Nurse
• One (1) year of Hospice- related nursing experience preferred

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts in a professional and responsible manner within and outside the company; contributes a positive image; utilizes positive interpersonal skills.
• Adjusts to shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change; demonstrates flexibility, correlating with the needs of the patient/family/facility.
• Demonstrates leadership and utilizes critical thinking skills in assessing prospective admissions. Evaluates each case on an individual basis and maintains compliant with admission criteria as identified by the LCD’s.
• Effectively communicates with patient, family, supervisor and physicians in facilitating a smooth admission.
• Initiates the patient’s plan of care and educates patients and families on the services offered by GHS.
• Provides ongoing assessments of physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient/family unit and initiates appropriate intervention; documentation is accurate and returned to Intake Coordinators within 24 hours.
• Anticipates future needs of the patients and is pro-active in ordering appropriate DME and requesting nursing/CNA/Volunteer Services.
• May serve as a Hospital Liaison when requested
• Will complete Home Health Start of Care as assigned.
• Rotating holiday coverage as assigned, minimum of one holiday shift per year.
• Other duties as assigned
• Maintains a professional relationship and serves as a liaison with other disciplines/facilities.
• Attends to patient and families complaints/concerns and works diligently to promote timely effective resolution.
• Educates the community regarding Hospice care, philosophy and concept through a case by case consultation with individuals in the community, educational in-services or seminars when requested.
• Possess the ability to multi-task and exhibits adaptability and flexibility in maintaining compliance in correlation with GHS standards.
• Ensures all patient care and documentation of care is compliant with GHS standards, Florida State and Federal Regulations.
• Ensures professional standards of Hospice nursing practice are maintained.
• Serves as a professional resource to the community.
• Responsible to ensure all Florida State CE requirements are maintained for valid licensure.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Maintains up to date skill sets as required to care for patients.
• Possesses ability to multi-task; exhibits adaptability and flexibility in meeting Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care objectives.
• Ensures compliance with all patient care, meets documentation standards and regulations.
• Assists in maintaining federal and state regulatory compliance. Adheres to GHS policy and procedures.
• Proficient in Electronic Medical Records.

NOTE: All Gulfside Healthcare Services positions (except some Thrift Shoppe Positions) require an AHCA Level 2 Fingerprint screening for eligibility through the AHCA Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Please refer to this link for more information on this: https://info.flclearinghouse.com