Care Transition Coordinator – Hospice RN

Summary

We are hiring a Care Transition Coordinator – must be licensed Registered Nurse RN. Hospice experience required.
At Housecalls Hospice in Parkersburg, WV, 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 Coordinators 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, drivers license, valid vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

Equal Opportunity Employer – vets, disability.