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GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN ADMINISTRATIVE Lead Hospice Admission Nurse in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Love + medicine is who we are, it\'s what we do, it\'s why people want to work here. If you\'re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours:40 Lead Hospice Admission Nurse (RN) Location: La Crosse, WI FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per two weeks) Pay: Starting pay of 38.01/hour, with additional compensation based on experience Shift: 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Holiday: Rotating every 3rd holiday Call Schedule: Back up on-call every 20th week for evenings and nights Join Our Dedicated Hospice Team At Emplify Health by Gundersen, hospice care is about compassion, dignity, and support for patients and their loved ones during life\'s most meaningful moments. We are seeking a Lead Hospice Admission Nurse (RN). As a Lead Hospice Admission Nurse, you will play a critical role in ensuring a smooth and efficient admission process for patients entering hospice care. This position is primarily office-based and serves as the first clinical point of contact when a referral is received. The Lead Admission Nurse gathers and organizes all clinical information, prepares documentation, and ensures readiness for the admission nurse to visit the patient\'s home. This role works closely with the Intake Coordinator, who manages non-clinical aspects of care, to provide a seamless experience for patients and families during the transition to hospice services. Why This Role Matters First Impressions Count: You\'ll set the tone for compassionate care from the very beginning. Drive seamless admissions: Your expertise ensures every detail is ready so the admission nurse can focus on patient care. Create confidence for families: By organizing and preparing everything clinically, you help families feel supported during a vulnerable time. Shape the patient experience: Your work directly impacts how quickly and smoothly patients receive the care they need. Collaborate for excellence: Partner with the Intake Coordinator to deliver a flawless transition from referral to bedside care. What You Will Do Receive and manage initial referral calls for hospice admissions. Collect and review clinical information to prepare for patient admission. Coordinate with admission nurses to ensure all clinical documentation and requirements are complete prior to home visits. Collaborate with the Intake Coordinator to align clinical and non-clinical processes. Serve as a resource for clinical questions during the intake process. What You Need Associate Degree in Nursing Minimum of 1 year RN experience, hospice experience preferred RN licensure to practice in Wisconsin upon hire RN licensure to practice in Minnesota within 3 months of hire Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment What You Will Get Gundersen\'s generous compensation and benefits package, including a... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabilities ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/29FFB894FB5847BB