Admissions Nurse (RN)

$93,000 - $99,000/Yr

Navian Hawaii - Honolulu, HI

Full-time - Mid Level

Honolulu, HI

About the position

The Admissions Nurse (RN) at Navian Hawaii plays a crucial role in providing compassionate care to patients and their families during their hospice journey. This position involves guiding patients through the admissions process, educating them about hospice services, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop initial care plans. The nurse is responsible for ensuring effective communication with referral sources and facilitating smooth transitions for patients from hospitals to hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals from hospitals and community partners.
• Educate patients and caregivers about hospice services and the transfer process.
• Obtain and communicate relevant patient data for insurance benefits and care planning.
• Coordinate patient admissions and facilitate transitions from hospitals or contracted facilities.
• Document all activities in accordance with hospice protocol and regulatory requirements.
• Provide reports to the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Engage in educational activities to enhance professional practice.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Current Hawaii RN License in good standing.
• BSN preferred.
• Two years' experience in hospice, long-term care, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize, problem solve, and manage multiple tasks independently.
• Ability to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of psycho-social needs of patients.
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance providers is a plus.
• Knowledge of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services guidelines related to hospice care preferred.

Benefits

• Consistent schedule with 4x10 workdays.
• Team-oriented environment in a locally run nonprofit organization.
• Competitive pay with an excellent benefits package.
• Flexible organization that supports positive work/life balance.