Il Hospice Field Admissions Nurse

Advocate Aurora Health

Downers Grove, Illinois, US
Base: $38.20 - $57.30; bonus/equity: not specified...
Interdisciplinary care team leadership
Patient and family education
Hospice program explanation
Responsible for the admission to hospice services and leads the interdisciplinary care team specific to each patient and family

Job Summary

  • Responsible for the admission to hospice services and leads the interdisciplinary care team specific to each patient and family.
  • Meets with patients and families to explain the hospice program of services, obtain informed consent, and assesses readiness for care.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs that invest in your career development.

Matching Summary

Responsible for the admission to hospice services and leads the interdisciplinary care team specific to each patient and family.

Salary

Base: $38.20 - $57.30; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off programs, Health and welfare benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, Family benefits, Retirement plans, Educational Assistance Program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Interdisciplinary care team leadership
  • Patient and family education
  • Hospice program explanation
  • Informed consent for hospice care
  • Insurance/Medicare eligibility verification
  • Holistic approach to care

Nice-to-have

  • Effective conflict resolution skills
  • Expert resource for staff
  • Individualized care planning

Key Requirements

  • Registered Nurse license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Associate's Degree in Nursing
  • 2 years direct patient care experience
  • Valid driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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