RN - Home Health- Admission Liaison- Infusion
Position Summary
As a Registered Nurse-Admission Liason for Infusion, you would be tasked to Assess patients individually for service needs once patient choice has been elicited from appropriate hospital staff and/or referral is made to MH from other referral sources. The Admission Liaison is accountable for either home care or infusion needs assessments, as assigned. Explains MH program services to patient/family and functions as a liaison between referral source and MHS intake, BJC pharmacy, and/or Home Health intake, as needed. Proactively educates physician and family, and acts as a resource for MH System affiliates, referral hospitals and nursing staff regarding MH infusion, home health services, Medicare coverage, and/or regulatory limitations for admission, etc. Provides bedside teaching to patients and caregivers.
Highlights & Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
- Adoption Assistance
Required Experience
Education: – Graduate of an accredited College of Nursing, with an Associate’s degree (ASN) required – BSN preferred Licensure/Certification/Registry: – Licensed RN in the State of Illinois required – Current BLS/CPR certification required within 45 days of hire – Infusion Nurse Certification, preferred for those assigned to Infusion Services Experience: – Minimum of three (3) years relevant nursing experience, required – One (1) year experience in home health/hospice or infusion services, preferred Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: – Ability to perform health assessments, required. – Familiarity with Medicare, IPA and other insurance, preferred. – Proactive, positive, problem-solving approach, required. – Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills, required. – Demonstrated ability to be a team player, required. – Basic computer skills, required. – Must possess a valid IL driver license and must be deemed an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five (5) year MVR will be required)