Afterhours Triage Registered Nurse part time

Amedisys is one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Here, each member of our team is considered a caregiver, no matter their job title. From nurses to business office staff, therapists to aides and beyond – we’re always looking for talented, passionate people who can help us make a difference where it matters most, to our patients and their families. Apply now to join the Amedisys family – and be on your way to a rewarding career, where you will make a meaningful impact every single day.

EVERY Weekend ( Day shifts- 10 or 12 hour shifts each day) Required with additional shifts Mon to Fri Hours 5p-9p- Schedule to be made upon Hire 22 to 24 hours per week 4 Major Holidays required Compact Licensure with ability to pick up additional licensure Bilingual Needed, Not Required (Spanish)

Assesses physical, environmental, and emotional factors telephonically to determine hospice needs. Utilizes EHR, including the patient's plan of care to develop recommendations. Provides recommendations, patient/caregiver education/instructions and hospice support telephonically based on the situation and the plan of care. Collaborates with pharmacies, DME vendors and other agencies for effective patient management. Facilitates delivery or maintenance of provided medical equipment to meet patient needs. Assigns all visits, admissions and follow-up calls to on-call field staff (RN, LPN, HA, CH, SW) as needed. Submits accurate and detailed documentation in real-time to promote continuity of care. Utilizes a combination of agency resources and nationally recognized standards of practice to achieve excellent pain and symptom management and high-quality end-of-life care. Participates in agency performance improvement initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned.