Admission Float RN - Hospice Home Care

Preferred job qualifications for a Hospice Home Care Admission RN:

1. Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.

2. Experience:

• At least 2 years of nursing experience, with a preference for experience in hospice, palliative care, home health care, or Critical Care.
• Experience in health information management, business, or related field
•  Recent Hospice experience within the last 5 years.

3. Certifications:

• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) or willingness to obtain certification within a specified timeframe.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

4. Skills:

• Strong clinical skills in pain management and symptom control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.
• Competence in electronic health record (EHR) systems and other computer applications.

5. Personal Attributes:

• Compassionate and empathetic demeanor.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to handle stressful situations

6. Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel to patients’ homes and provide care in varying environments.
• Physical stamina to perform duties such as lifting, moving patients, and providing direct patient care.

7. Additional Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license as verified through appropriate licensing agency.
• Proof of current motor vehicle insurance.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations related to hospice care.

About Essentia Health:

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