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Registered Nurse (RN) Assessment – Hospice Care. $10,000 Sign-On Bonus – Join Blue Ridge Care Today! At Blue Ridge Care, we deliver extraordinary care to improve life's journey. We're looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse Assessment (RN Assessment) to support patients and families as they enter hospice care. This role is essential in ensuring a smooth, compassionate transition into services. You will conduct initial hospice assessments, determine eligibility, develop individualized care plans, and guide patients and families through the admission process. You'll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure care aligns with each patient's goals, wishes, and needs.
Job Responsibility
Lead hospice admissions
Perform initial hospice eligibility and comprehensive RN assessments
Assess medical, physical, emotional, and social needs
Develop nursing diagnoses
Initiate and coordinate individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team
Educate patients and families on hospice services, expectations, and symptom management
Facilitate informed consent and complete all admission documentation
Provide emotional support
Advocate for patient goals, dignity, and preferences
Initiate nursing interventions including pain and symptom management
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR
Follow all safety, infection control, and clinical standards
Partner with Access Specialists and referral sources to coordinate admissions
Communicate effectively with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and care teams
Identify needs for additional interdisciplinary support
Support continuity of care across home and inpatient settings
Cross-train to assist with home care visits and inpatient admissions
Uphold patient confidentiality, autonomy, and dignity
Demonstrate strong clinical judgment
Foster a positive, collaborative work environment
Maintain a valid driver's license and travel throughout the service area
Requirements
Active RN license in the state of Virginia
Graduate of an NLN-accredited nursing program
At least one year of clinical experience
Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Physical ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, and assist patients for extended periods
Visual and hearing acuity
Ability to manage multiple tasks and interruptions
Capability to handle emotional stress
Ability to travel to patient homes
Nice to have
BSN preferred
Hospice or home care experience preferred
Med-surg, oncology, or acute care experience preferred