Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Full time Hospice Liaison RN -Albany

The Community Hospice has a rewarding opportunity for an RN to work as a part of our Hospice Team serving as Liaison in local Nursing Homes .

HOURS : 8am-4:30pm (can be flexible).

Position Highlights

• Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
• Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules
• National mileage reimbursement is provided.
  
  

What You Will Do

• The Liaison RN evaluates patients for eligibility and interest in hospice services, describes the support and care available from hospice along with the benefits of hospice care, and coordinates with the patient’s community physician, facility, and our hospice medical directors to confirm eligibility for hospice services.
• Admits patients to hospice in the nursing home or ensures a smooth handoff to the hospice RN admitting the patient/family to services.
• The work schedule is flexible, generally M-F weekdays 8am to 4:30pm .
  
  

What You Will Need

• NYS RN Licensure
• ASN required, BSN preferred
• Requires at least 1 year experience as an RN in an acute care setting
• Homecare experience required
• Hospice experience preferred
• Reliable vehicle and driver license
• Excellent communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and peers.
• Must be able to document key information concisely and accurately
• Strong computer skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
  
  

Pay Range: $35.00-$47.75

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.