Location: all cities,FL, USA
It's inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you'll realize it's more than a job. It's a mission. We're committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!
Role:
The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residency or in hospitals and initiates care into the services of Chapters Health System. Ensures a seamless transition to Care Navigation and serves as an ambassador of the Organization.
Service Area: Lee, Hendry and Glades County
Schedule:; Monday - Friday 1pm-9:30 pm
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
* Current Florida license as RN, current active single-state out-of-state nurse license, or current active multistate/compact nurse license
* Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience in acute care, hospice, home health care or other post-acute care
* Strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or ICU
* Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system
* Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferred
* Ability to present services in a professional and articulate manner
* Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy
* Reliable transportation to meet schedule
* Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately
* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload
* Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
* Strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time management skills
* Excellent customer service focus
* Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023
Competencies:
* Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position
Responsibilities of all employees:
* Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.
* Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
* Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
* Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.
* Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
* Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
* Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
* Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
* Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
* Advance electronic media skills.
* Support Company research and educational activities.
* Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.
* Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.
Job Responsibilities:
* Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:
* Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner
* Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses
* Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs
* Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy
* Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient's immediate needs
* Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort
* Obtains Physician orders
* Completes documentation per Company policy
* Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
* Communicates frequently with Care Navigation staff to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs the Care Navigation team and prepares for next assignment.
* Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.
* Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.
* Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
* Obtains medical record information for the referral.
* Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.
* Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.
* Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):
While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.
Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance.
Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.
This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.