Hospice Transitions Nurse
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
- Coordinate seamless transitions for patients moving from home health to hospice care.
- Collaborate with home health clinicians to identify patients appropriate for hospice care, ensuring timely transitions.
- Educate patients and families about hospice care, addressing concerns with empathy and understanding.
- Provide on-site informational sessions to patients, families, and caregivers to explain the hospice transition process and available resources.
- Educate home health care teams about hospice eligibility and ensure staff are well-equipped to identify when hospice is the right option.
- Offer in-services and workshops to raise community awareness about hospice care and its benefits.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to support patients during the transition.
- Perform comprehensive assessments of physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs during the transition process.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for patients and families, offering support, resources, and counseling.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments and communications per healthcare regulations.
Qualifications
- Valid Nursing License in CA.
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, with preference for home health, palliative, or hospice care experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to deliver compassionate care and education.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In-depth knowledge of hospice and end-of-life care principles.
Pay Range
- RN: $55 to $70/hour
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible Schedule
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)