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patients and family caregivers to ensure of a patient-centered transition to hospice. Responsible for ensuring compliance of Home Health Certified Nursing Aides with IDPH rules and regulations. Responsibilities Collaborates with referral source, physician, Central Referral Source Center, and case manager to identify and complete appropriate hospice admissions.

Acts as resource to all facilities in promoting appropriate level of hospice care for qualifying patients. Serves as the point person responsible for conducting the initial hospice presentation to establish realistic expectations of program and services. Coordinates acceptance into hospice in LTC facilities. Performs initial backssment

through direct patient contact and patient/caregiver interview; backssing the patient's needs; the caregivers ability to provide care and the safety of the home environment.

Determines if patient meets Medicare/Medicaid eligibility requirements. Knows and is up to date on eligibility requirements for hospice and can proficiently communicate these findings to physicians, discharge planning, other healthcare professionals and patients and families. Completes all paperwork in a correct and timely manner. Is responsible for gathering and communicating information and maintaining on-going communication with VNA's referral resource center and hospice department. Establishes and maintains a

strong and cooperative working relationship with the long term care discharge planner and other appropriate healthcare staff at the facility.

Works in collaboration with hospice staff and facility staff to enhance effective communication and nurture relationships. Serves on the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules and regulations governing hospice. Assists with hospice education within the nursing homes providing in-services and training to meet regulatory requirements. May provide skilled hospice care to patients in hospital, facilities and at home when needed. Will maintain skill set of hospice staff nurse complying with competencies per hospice nurse position.

Participates in developing and implementing hospice policies guidelines and procedures and quality programs and initiatives as directed. Accepts assigned system and department committee memberships in promotion of VNA and Hospice mission and quality. Participates in orientation of hospice staff to perform specific facility coordination in his/her absence. Ensures compliance of Home Health and Hospice Certified Nursing Aides in accordance with IDPH rules and regulations. Other duties may be assigned by Hospice Director as ever changing issues arise to support patients and families as well as the Hospice program in general.

Education and Experience Graduate of an accredited nursing program. BSN or upon hire BSN completion agreement for enrollment in an accredited BSN Completion Program May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines). If hired prior to in Winnebago County and prior to in Rock, Walworth and Mc Henry Counties an ADN only is required. Certification/Licensure Current Illinois RN licensure by the IL Dept of Professional Regulation (IDPR) Current CPR certification Hospice and palliative care certification preferred.

For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license. Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy. For those driving their personal vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested. Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy. Special Physical Demands The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue. For more details: jobs-search. org/advertising_rockford-c424036/registered-nurse-rn-hospice-admission-specialist-mercyhealth-at-home-rockford_i1957261039