Weekend Hospice Rn Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

Explore opportunities with Saint Mary's Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Per Diem Hospice Admissions Nurse, you will be responsible for executing the hospice admission process in compliance with federal and state regulations. You will advocate for the patient and family to meet their needs that hospice can cover and refer them to other resources as appropriate.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates competency with potential patients, hospice eligibility and meeting with families in assessment of their needs
• Maintains confidentiality and safety of patient/client clinical records
• Completes assigned admissions and patient care orders in an effective and timely manner
• Communicates effectively with physician(s), referral sources, patient, family, and hospice interdisciplinary team regarding the new admission of a patient. Records that may be relevant to determine hospice eligibility
• Communicates effectively with operational, clinical and sales leadership regarding status of pending referrals

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Current unrestricted RN licensed in the state of operation
• 2+ years of experience in a hospice, home health, or other healthcare service delivery system setting
• Current CPR certification
• Current Driver's License and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated fiscal responsibility and accountability
• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $81,920 to $122,880 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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