Admissions Nurse RN - Alex, Arlington

Role Summary

The Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) will provide and arrange for hospice care for patients and families, working in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members. The Admission Nurse conducts initial nursing assessments, makes judgments and treatment decisions based on patient/family needs and wishes in accordance with professional skills.

10am-7pm, rotating weekends;
Fairfax and Arlington. $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS. Benefits start on your first day. Generous PTO (Time Off). Mileage reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement.

• Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working
• Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred
• Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system
• Strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or ICU
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bilingual 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

• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position

• 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
• During times of emergencies (i.e., hurricanes, etc.), the Triage RN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, ensuring continuity of services; this may include reporting ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lockdown of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency
• Performs other duties as assigned

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.

Pay Range: $72,595.84 - $

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility.