***THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS!!!***

(Must have two years of recent hospice RN experience to qualify. Terms and Conditions apply.)

The VNA of the Treasure Coast provides compassionate, innovative care of the highest quality, setting the standard for patients and caregivers needing private care, home health, hospice, and community health services.

Together, we provide the highest quality patient care.

Come be a part of the VNA team! We are a mission-minded non-profit organization that has been committed to making a difference in the community we serve since 1975!

The VNA offers its associates a competitive array of benefits and perks such as:

• Competitive pay 
• 403b retirement plan with company match after one year
• Complimentary access to VNA Mobile Health Clinic
• Free CEU credits
• Immediate Access to Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Several local and national discounts

1. Identify patient/family needs and provide admission services in accordance with the federal and state guidelines.

2. Assumes primary responsibility for initial patient/family education related to hospice election, services and hospice coverage as it relates to the hospice diagnosis. Initiate communication with attending physicians, Interdisciplinary group (IDG) and other agencies, needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/family and their immediate needs.

3. Maintain regular communication with the RN Patient Care Manager and the hospice team coordinator/scheduler to review caseload.

4. Inform the RN Patient Care Manager of unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues.

5. Obtain up-to-date medical records, seek input from other team members regarding the patient plan of care, and obtain additional knowledge that supports hospice eligibility and end of life prognosis. 

6. Meet with Hospice nursing staff to review problems or unique issues, share professional support and exchange feedback aimed toward enhancing professional growth.

7. Provide appropriate support at time of death and period of bereavement if indicated.

8. Participate in QAPI programs as requested, to promote professional growth and understanding of Hospice care.

9. In a timely manner obtain data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that substantiate hospice eligibility. 

• Must hold current licensure as an RN in the State of Florida.
• Previous Hospice experience strongly preferred.
• One years prior experience in an acute care or hospice setting required.

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