Make a Difference as a Hospice Admission Nurse!

Community Healthcare of Texas has provided Hospice and Palliative Care Services since 1996. Community Healthcare of Texas has cared for patients with serious and terminal illnesses throughout North Central Texas. Providing compassionate care for those living with an illness while supporting those caring for a loved one is the mission of Community Healthcare of Texas.

POSITION SUMMARY
Meet with patients and families to explain the scope of hospice services and coordinate admission of patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts consultations for admission of patient services, including education of hospice services to patients and their families.
Completes thorough assessment of patient at the time of admission; establishes/arranges initial frequency of nursing visits, DME/RX needs, and assesses the need for bereavement, social work, chaplain, and volunteer services.
Attends and reports to the Interdisciplinary Team regarding the patient.
Completes paperwork and charting thoroughly and accurately according to Policy.
May conduct nursing or 'tuck-in' visits.
May train other admission staff on admission processes.
May conduct supervisory visits on LVN or CNA staff.

QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas
Hold a valid driver’s license
1 year of nursing experience required
Case Management experience required
Strongly prefer 2+ years of experience in hospice case management
Must have proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite experience

BENEFITS
Competitive Pay
Generous Paid Time Off Programs
Company-provided Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Savings Plan
Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas
Hold a valid driver’s license
1 year of nursing experience required
Case Management experience required
Strongly prefer 2+ years of experience in hospice case management
Must have proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite experience