LVN Hospice Liaison

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Green Meadows Hospice is looking for an experienced LVN Hospice Liaison.

The Hospice Liaison serves as the connecting link between patients, families, and hospice care services, ensuring a smooth transition and personalized care plan tailored to each patients unique needs. This role involves educating and consulting with healthcare providers, patients, and families about the benefits and services provided by hospice care, facilitating a deeper understanding and acceptance of this compassionate approach to end-of-life care. By working closely with medical professionals and care teams, the Hospice Liaison helps to coordinate care that honors the patients wishes, promotes comfort, and supports the emotional well-being of both patients and their loved ones during a sensitive time. Through their efforts, they play an instrumental role in making hospice care accessible and understood, ensuring that patients receive the dignity, respect, and quality of life they deserve.

LVN Hospice Liaison Job Duties

• Facilitate communication between patients, families, and the hospice care team to ensure understanding of the hospice philosophy and the care plan.
• Assess patient eligibility for hospice care based on medical criteria and communicate findings to healthcare providers and families.
• Provide detailed explanations of hospice services and benefits to patients, families, and referral sources, such as hospitals and physicians.
• Coordinate the initial care plan by scheduling the first visit from the hospice team and ensuring all necessary medical equipment and medications are in place.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with referral sources, including attending meetings and participating in community events to promote hospice services.
• Document all patient interactions, referrals, and outcomes in the hospices CRM system to ensure accurate tracking and follow-up.
• Train and support new staff members on the hospice liaison role, including best practices for patient communication and referral source management.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to provide updates on patient referrals and to discuss strategies for overcoming barriers to hospice care access.