Registered Nurse (RN) - Transitional Care Unit
LHC Group
Fayetteville, NC
$72K+/yearOverview
- Start DateASAP
- SettingHospice
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Employee assistance programs
Qualifications
- Resume
- Transitional Care Nurse (1 year)
- Eligible to work in US
- Oasis and HomeCare/HomeBase Experience Highly Preferred
Description
***Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.
Summary
We are hiring a Full Time Care Transition Coordinator - must be licensed Registered Nurse RN.
At Cape Fear Valley Hospice, 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 Care Transition Coordinator, 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
Take your nursing career to a new level of caring. Join us.
Responsibilities
The Care Transition Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to facilitate a seamless transition for patients
discharging from a facility setting to the care of an LHC Group hospice agency.
- Responsible for achievement of admission goals expectations as established at hire or at review of annual agency budget goals.
- Assists the LHC Group agency with preparing for and accepting care of the patient post-discharge.
- Assists the Administrator with execution of contracts for facility-based services for hospice patients.
- Explains hospice services and agency procedures to the patient and their family members.
- Involves the family and caregivers in the educational process and assesses post-discharge educational coaching needs.
- Participate in bi-weekly IDG meetings, as necessary to give an update regarding accounts, customer needs, and progress towards agency growth strategies.
Education and Experience
- Must have one year hospice experience or one year of hospital case management experience.
- Must have current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in state of practice.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have thorough understanding of hospice qualifying criteria and coverage guidelines.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Current CPR, driver's license, valid vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
Employer
LHC Group
About Fayetteville, NC
- Fayetteville's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F, and average lows are around 69°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 54°F, and average lows are around 32°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Fayetteville and can be found with relative ease.
- Fayetteville is car-friendly, with most residents relying on private vehicles.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Fayetteville has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the presence of military medical facilities.
- Fayetteville offers a variety of restaurants, especially with Southern cuisine.
- It has a growing arts scene, with opportunities to enjoy music and theater.
- Sports enthusiasts can engage in outdoor activities such as golf and hiking.