Hospice On-Call Triage Registered Nurse (34661) in Bethlehem, PA

Triage Registered Nurse - Fully Remote Calm guidance. Clinical expertise. After-hours support. Overview The remote Triage Registered Nurse who provides after-hours clinical triage and coordination for hospice patients receiving care in home or facility settings. To Be Considered, Candidates Must • Live in Michigan, Indiana, or Pennsylvania • Hold an active RN license in one of these states • Preferably hold a compact (multistate) RN license to support coverage across state lines Licensure Note Indiana and Pennsylvania participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact. Michigan does not currently participate, so candidates living in Michigan must hold an active Michigan RN license. Schedule & Coverage • Rotating 7 days on / 7 days off schedule • Coverage hours are 4:30 PM to 8:30 AM • Assigned coverage area determined by branch needs and patient census Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • 401(k) with employer match at 100 percent on the first 3% and 50 percent on the next 2% • Health Savings Account eligibility with employer contribution up to $500 for individual coverage and $1,000 for two-person or family coverage • Company-paid Life and AD&D • Voluntary disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity options • Employee Assistance Program, WillPrep, and travel assistance resources • Tuition reimbursement • Paid time off and paid holidays • Mileage reimbursement per company policy Position Responsibilities • Triage patients requiring urgent and emergent medical advice evenings, weekends, and holidays via telephone • Process incoming hospice referrals • Assign and reassign admission, evaluation, subsequent, and discharge visits within the EMR • Run scheduling reports • Assist field staff with ordering durable medical equipment (DME) and patient supplies as needed • Assist with the start of care admission process, displaying proficiency in identifying hospice eligibility requirements set forth by Medicare guidelines • Educate the patient and family on medication management, treatment protocols, and end-of-life processes, while identifying caregiver's ability to provide safe care • Engage in effective interdisciplinary communication with various professions of the hospice care team to promote effective care for the patient and family • Document all health assessments, physician orders, and communication with the patient, family, and medical professionals in a timely manner • Maintain patient confidentiality, including all HIPAA regulations • Comply with agency policies and procedures regarding operations/processes, including patient care, patient complaints, incidents, safety, and emergency management • Manage territory with minimal supervision based on forecasted needs, priorities, and business strategy Qualifications PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: • 1+ year of previous Hospice nursing experience. • Minimum of one year of experience in medical/surgical and one year of experience in critical or emergency care with specialized triage training. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Excellent customer service skills. • Commitment to The Care Team's philosophy of care, values, vision, and mission statements as an exemplary role model for all staff. Skills • Must be able to make good professional decisions quickly despite a stressful atmosphere. • Ability to handle stressful and constantly changing conditions. Regulatory Requirements • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with a bachelor's degree preferred. • Current state license as a Registered Nurse • Must pass a criminal background check & MVR check. • Completed health statement acknowledging the ability to perform the duties of the position. • Valid state driver's license. • Proof of current automobile insurance. • TB testing per agency policy; (1 or 2 step TB skin test within 12 months of hire & annual TB symptom screening thereafter).