Admissions Nurse PRN RN

Admissions Nurse PRN RN – Anew Hospice

Lafayette, IN

Anew Hospice is an Indiana‑owned and operated hospice that values compassionate care and outstanding customer service for patients and families at the end of life. Our priority is creating a positive experience through comfort and support.

The Admissions Nurse determines a patient’s eligibility for hospice services, reviews medical records, completes in‑person evaluations, and works with the Medical Director to establish the initial plan of care.

• Completes an initial comprehensive assessment of patient/client and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illnesses.
• Responsible for setting up DME and medications.
• Provides professional and direct nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process and the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Counsels the patient/client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Provides health‑care instructions to the patient/client as appropriate per assessment and plan of care/
  nursing diagnosis
  .
• Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s/client’s needs and reports any changes in condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required.
• Ensures arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
• Provides education to patients and families regarding available hospice services.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to patients/clients, family members, customers, and staff.
• Complies with the company’s privacy practices/procedures and all state/federal privacy laws as outlined by HIPAA.
• Demonstrates teamwork and maintains regular attendance to ensure quality care and services.
• Complies with and adheres to the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• One (1) to two (2) years of recent acute‑care experience in an institutional setting.
• Current Registered Nurse license in the state and CPR certification.
• Bachelor’s degree; one (1) year of home‑health care experience preferred.
• Management experience not required; responsible for supervising home‑health aides.

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available.
• Access to convenient telehealth services.
• 401(k) plan.
• PTO.
• Workday shift schedule allowing nights off.
• Monday‑Friday work schedule.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Program – receive compensation for referrals.

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