Admission RN

Hearth Hospice; Fort Oglethorpe (GA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision

Career Path Program

15 days PTO + 10 holidays

Tuition Reimbursement & Certification

Wellness & Discounts

Cell Phone, Mileage & Gym Reimb.

401(k) Matching

Hands-on Clinical Onboarding

Job summary

Hearth Hospice is hiring a Full Time Compassionate Resource Nurse (RN) to deliver patient care in and around Fort Oglethorpe, GA. The role partners with intake, physicians, and the Hospice Medical Director to assess referrals and support admissions.

Responsibilities include in-home or facility visits, nursing care, family education, and on-call duties. Requires RN license, CPR, 1+ year acute care experience, and EMR proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care required.
• Must hold current unencumbered RN license.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience in medical-surgical/acute care.
• Hospice/home health experience preferred but not required.
• Must be proficient with computers and EMR systems.
• CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical referral information and assess eligibility for hospice services.
• Provide pre-assessment, admission services, and in-home or facility visits as needed.
• Coordinate with Intake, referring physician, and Hospice Medical Director on referrals.
• Deliver nursing care and education to patients and families; support plan of care goals.
• Participate in on-call duties as assigned.

Skills

RN experience

CPR certification

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

Overview

Hearth Hospice is currently hiring a Full Time Compassionate Resource Nurse (RN) to provide patient care in and around the Fort Oglethorpe Area!

Our Resource Nurses (RN) are responsible for assuring that the Hospice programs are effectively represented to patients, families, and others who have an interest in hospice through pre-assessments, information sharing and/or admissions in a Patient's home or in a health care facility. This position works with the intake team, referring physician, and other referral sources to promote the hospice philosophy of care.

Schedule: Friday - Sunday, 10 am - 10 pm

Territory: Dade, Whitfield, Walker, Catoosa, Murray, Gordon and Chattooga

Who we are:

At Hearth Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Hearth Hospice, we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.

We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
• A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays to rest and recharge
• Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
• Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
• Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
• Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
• Hands-on Clinical Onboarding Program to ensure you have a smooth transition into our team

Responsibilities

• Reviews clinical referral information and responds to request and inquires as appropriate. Collaborates with Clinical Director regarding the eligibility and appropriateness of client for hospice services.
• Provides information, pre-assessment, and admission services to patients who have been referred to the hospice; conducting pre-assessments visits in the home or healthcare facility as necessary.
• Communicates with the Intake Department, the referring physician and the Hospice Medical Director to assure appropriateness of each referral and that the necessary certifications are obtained.
• Applies nursing principles and techniques in the treatment of patients. Provides nursing care, emotional support and education to patients and families. Encourages patients and family members to participate in the patient's plan of care to meet established goals.
• Participates in On-Call duties as assigned and defined by Clinical Director and Program Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care preferred.
• Hold current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as an RN in a medical surgical/acute care setting.
• Hospice/home health experience preferred but not required.
• Must be computer proficient in typing and various programs, including background in EMR.
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

$78,000 - $83,000 per year (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.