Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Hospice
LHC Group
Caldwell, ID

***Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Summary

We are hiring for a Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse.

At Idaho Home Health & Hospice of Treasure Valley, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. 

As a Hospice Admissions RN, you can expect:

• the ability to develop trusting relationships as an end-of-life care expert. 
• being valued and respected by patients and their families.
• employee-focused wellness and support programs.
• incredible team support and empathetic leadership.

 

Responsibilities

The Admissions Nurse is responsible for execution of the hospice admission process in compliance with federal
and state regulations. The Admissions Nurse will advocate for the patient and family to meet those stated needs
that hospice can cover and/or refer them to other resources as appropriate.

 

• Demonstrates competency with potential patients, hospice eligibility and meeting with families in assessment of their needs.
• Maintains confidentiality and safety of patient/client clinical records.
• Completes assigned admissions and patient care orders in an effective and timely manner.
• Communicates effectively with physician(s), referral sources, patient, family, and hospice interdisciplinary team regarding the new admission of a patient. Records that may be relevant to determine hospice eligibility.
• Communicates effectively with operational, clinical and sales leadership regarding status of pending referrals.

 

Education and Experience

Experience Requirements

• One year of clinical experience.

License Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the state of practice and one year of clinical experience.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

 Additional State Specific Requirements

• AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, WA, WV: No additional state specific requirements.

Company Overview
LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.
Idaho Home Health and Hospice a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.