Local Contract Nurse RN - Admission
Bronx, NY
HonorVet Technologies
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Location: Bronx, NY
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary Range: $113,576.52 – $140,076.61 annually
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000
 

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to hospice admission referrals and conduct patient visits and assessments to determine eligibility for hospice services.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members about available hospice and palliative care services.
• Visit patients admitted to hospitals who are already receiving services and communicate their clinical status to the respective interdisciplinary team.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with hospitals, physicians, nursing facilities, and other referral sources through outreach, education, and networking.
• Generate and respond to referrals from hospitals and community healthcare partners.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop initial individualized plans of care based on hospice and palliative care principles.
• Coordinate patient admissions and ensure appropriate communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to travel for patient visits, including weekends when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current and active RN license in the state where services are provided.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an acute care setting.
• At least 1 year of hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license in the state of residence.
• Must have access to a registered and insured personal vehicle.
• Strong communication, patient assessment, coordination, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Compensation & Benefits
 

Annual Salary: $113,576.52 – $140,076.61

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000

Benefits Include:

• Accrued vacation days, sick days, holidays, and free days.
• Pension plan (vested after 5 years of full-time or part-time service).
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Cancer Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Transit Check benefits.
• Free on-site parking.