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Registered Nurse – Flex Team/Admissions, Hadlow
Client: Community Hospice & Palliative Care
Location: Hadlow, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: f8e05aa1e6ca
Job Views: 15
Posted: 29.04.2025
Expiry Date: 13.06.2025
Job Description:
Primary Responsibilities:
* Promote Community Hospice as the preferred provider of hospice care in our service area, effectively communicating the benefits of hospice care and addressing patient/family objections.
* Provide information about Community Hospice services and philosophy to patients, caregivers, physicians, LTC administrators, directors of nursing, and the community.
* Implement Medicare Local Coverage Determination to assess patients for hospice eligibility.
* Collect and communicate appropriate information to/from admission physicians to determine hospice eligibility.
* Perform physical assessments, identify immediate needs including spiritual, functional, psychosocial, and financial aspects.
* Apply appropriate nursing interventions and document concisely in the electronic medical record.
* Facilitate admission to Community Hospice.
* Provide emotional support to patients and families/caregivers with compassion and empathy.
* Maintain confidentiality of patients and families in compliance with HIPAA.
* Assess patient risk and safety issues as per Community Hospice policies.
* Develop initial care plans based on identified needs; communicate physician orders for medications, DME, and treatments.
* Demonstrate knowledge of end-of-life medications, side effects, and interactions.
* Coordinate and support changes in patient care levels, ensuring compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation.
* Adhere to professional ethical standards in service delivery.
* Engage in professional development related to end-of-life care and relevant regulations.
* Educate patients/families and community partners on advance directives.
* Evaluate team members' adherence to policies and provide feedback.
* Mentor and educate new staff members.
* Build and maintain relationships with physicians, social workers, discharge planners, and community agencies to facilitate patient admission and placement.
* Educate the medical community on hospice-appropriate referrals and benefits of early referrals.
* Represent Community Hospice professionally at all times.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
* Current Registered Nurse licensure in Florida.
* Current CPR certification.
* Valid Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving record; reliable transportation.
* Successful background screening by the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA).
* CHPN certification is a plus.
Education/Experience:
* Degree from a diploma nursing program and/or two-year program, or a Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
* Minimum of two years experience in hospital or LTC settings; ICU or ER experience is advantageous.
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