About this role
Hospice Transition Nurse
Are you a compassionate nurse with a passion for guiding patients through the delicate transition from home health care to hospice?
Health Link is seeking a Transition Nurse to provide expert care and support to patients and their families during this important stage of care. If you are clinically skilled and have a heart for end-of-life care, we’d love for you to join our team.
JOB REQUIRES TO BE ON-SITE
Key Responsibilities
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• Coordinate seamless transitions for patients moving from home health to hospice care.
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• Collaborate with home health clinicians to identify patients appropriate for hospice care, ensuring timely transitions.
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• Educate patients and families about hospice care, addressing concerns with empathy and understanding.
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• Provide on-site informational sessions to patients, families, and caregivers to explain the hospice transition process and available resources.
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• Educate home health care teams about hospice eligibility and ensure staff are well-equipped to identify when hospice is the right option.
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• Offer in-services and workshops to raise community awareness about hospice care and its benefits.
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• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to support patients during the transition.
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• Perform comprehensive assessments of physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs during the transition process.
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• Serve as a primary point of contact for patients and families, offering support, resources, and counseling.
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• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments and communications per healthcare regulations.
Qualifications
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• Valid Nursing License in CA.
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• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, with preference for home health, palliative, or hospice care experience.
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• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to deliver compassionate care and education.
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• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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• In-depth knowledge of hospice and end-of-life care principles.
Pay Range:
- • RN: $55 to $70/hour
Benefits
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• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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• 401(k) with matching
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• Life Insurance
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• Paid Time Off (PTO)
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• Flexible Schedule
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• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)