Stella Maris is proud to provide central Maryland with compassionate, skilled home hospice care for adults. We specialize in home health care services that enable the patient to adapt and manage his or her medical situation in the comfort of their home. Stella Maris offers home health services to residents of Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and Harford County.
Stella Maris is looking for Home Hospice RN to join their growing Home Hospice team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside dedicated clinicians to meet the needs of clients in the community we serve.
Admissions Nurse (RN)-Home Hospice
3-12 Hr Shifts, 4-10 Hr Shifts, and Weekend Shifts 3-12 Hr Shift, 2-8 Hr shift or Friday-Monday 4-10 Hr. Shifts available.
Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY: To provide information about Hospice Home Care programs to patients, families, physicians, discharge planners and community organizations, and to admit patients to the appropriate programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Main point of contact to answer questions about home hospice services to prospective patients/families
• Thoroughly explain insurance benefits and coverage of services, patient responsibilities and options for alternative means of payment.
• Coordinate the admissions process to the appropriate program and complete paperwork promptly and accurately
• Develop the initial plan of care based on input from patient, family and physician.
• Provides information and education to physicians, discharge planners and community organizations about Stella Maris Home Hospice services.
• Assumes on-call responsibilities as needed
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Requirements
• RN licensure in the State of Maryland required
• Prior experience in hospice or home health strongly preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation