RN, Hospice Liaison (North OC & Long Beach) - FT/Evenings (2PM-10PM) at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center in Laguna Hills, California

Job Description:

Purpose Statement / Position Summary

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Saddleback Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Saddleback Medical Center's strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.

Coordinates services, to facilitate a smooth transition from medical facility to Hospice or Palliative Services. Promotes continuity of care between medical facility, physician and home. Educates and assesses patients referred to hospice/palliative program to ensure hospice criteria is met and informed decisions regarding participation in hospice are made. Facilitates prompt and appropriate delivery of Hospice/Palliative patient care in accordance with Medicare Conditions of Participation , in Orange ,Long Beach and surrounding LA areas.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Minimum of one-year experience in acute care setting or as a case manager, discharge planner or similar position in an acute care setting. Able to provide direct patient care activities, such as transferring and positioning adult patients, perform basic clinical skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to relate to variety of health professionals in different settings
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Basic computer knowledge, functionality and use
• Goal oriented, self-starter, and self-motivated.

• Current California RN license
• BSN Preferred
• BLS issued by the American Heart Association
• Hospice and Palliative Care Certification preferred