Admissions Nurse- Hospice

Visiting Nurse Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

403b

FSA

HSA

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Visiting Nurse Health System in Atlanta is seeking an Admissions Nurse for Hospice to coordinate care for a home-based caseload and ensure quality standards. You will assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate comprehensive care plans to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires leading patient education, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and supervising LPNs/HHAs while managing on-call duties. Georgia licensure and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with valid Georgia RN license.
• Current CPR certification and Georgia State Board licensure.
• Home health experience preferred; hospice experience a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and educate patients.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for hospice patients; ensure quality care plans.
• Assess, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate patient care at home.
• Complete OASIS documents and home health records timely.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and self-care.
• Supervise LPNs and HHAs per VNHS policy.

Skills

Home health

Interdisciplinary collaboration

OASIS documentation

Patient education

Care coordination

Time management

Computer literacy

Strong communication

Education

Georgia RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

OASIS CMS

EMR/EHR

Job description

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Admissions Nurse- Hospice

Full Time Atlanta, GA, US

Admissions Nurse- Hospice

Lead with compassion. Manage with purpose.

Who are we?

Caring for Atlanta for over 78 years, Visiting Nurse Health System is a leading, non-profit provider of home healthcare, long-term care at home, hospice, and palliative care services. We pride ourselves in helping patients and their loved ones receive care at home following an illness, surgery, or hospital stay. We offer not just a job, but also purpose, impact, and the chance to care deeply for people in the comfort of their homes.

Our vision is to be the first choice for patients, families, payers, and other healthcare providers when they need home healthcare services. We look to not only achieve, but to also maintain exemplary patient and employee satisfaction levels. VNHS is dedicated to continuing our investment in strong community partnerships, providing coordinated care solutions, developing a top-performing workforce, and innovating technologies to improve affordability and access to patient care. We aim to be an organization where healthcare professionals not only prefer to work but also grow as professionals. For more information on our organization, please visit us here .

Every day, we strive to display our four core values:

• Respect & Integrity -We practice the highest ethical standards and honor our commitments. We are fair, transparent, honest, and person-centered in all our actions. We value the beliefs and opinions of our diverse community of patients and employees.
• Excellence -We are committed to delivering the best outcomes and highest quality service through the dedicated efforts of every team member. We are committed to continuous improvement in all that we do and strive to be leaders for others to emulate.
• Stewardship - We enhance the lives of those we serve through responsible planning and management of the resources entrusted to us, with each of us contributing toward a shared purpose.
• Care – We will provide compassionate person-centered care while respecting individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs

Job Overview

Visiting Nurse Health System is hiring a AdmissionsNurse for Hospice, responsible for coordinating care for a caseload of patients and ensuring it meets quality standards and utilization guidelines. The RN assesses, plans, implements, monitors, and evaluates comprehensive care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position demands a compassionate, skilled nurse who thrives in a home-based environment and values patient education and family engagement. This role will service Cobb, Douglas, Fulton and surrounding areas.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement individualized care plans in accordance with physician orders by assessing patient needs and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Modify and update care plans as patient conditions change, regularly evaluating their effectiveness.
• Provide patient and family education on disease processes, self-management, and strategies to prevent complications such as hospitalizations.
• Complete and submit OASIS documents, visit notes, and other required records within VNHS timeliness guidelines.
• Communicate changes in patient status clearly with patients, physicians, and team members, documenting appropriately.
• Offer emotional support and connect patients/families with MSW and other community resources as needed.
• Supervise LPNs and HHAs per VNHS policy, ensuring care plans are in place and meet patient needs.
• Participate in SOC/ROC conference calls for new or resuming patients and in weekly team conferences.
• Deliver competent, high-quality care in the home, adhering to VNHS policies and nursing standards.
• Maintain required competencies through in-services and continuing education.
• Schedule patient visits efficiently in accordance with orders and manage case load to optimize productivity.
• Precept newly hired nursing staff and communicate effectively with the team and office staff regarding patient status or concerns.
• Assesses and admits patients for admission to the Hospice Atlanta Program. Admits patients for care based on skilled need and payor source eligibility requirements.
• Participates in the on-call rotation, demonstrates flexibility by seeing patients outside of their regular schedule as needed, and meets patient care needs in accordance with program requirements.

Schedule:

• Tuesday- Friday 10-8 pm

Location:

• Georgia

You’re Perfect for the Position if you:

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program (Diploma, Associate, or BSN preferred).
• Hold current licensure by the Georgia State Board of Nursing and valid CPR certification.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Have prior home health experience if applying as PRN staff.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and funding source regulations as applied to hospice/home health care.
• Exhibit advanced clinical nursing skills and comfort collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Have proven decision-making, time management, and interpersonal skills, functioning independently in a home environment.
• Are proficient with computers and basic technology for documentation, email, HR systems, and online training.

Why Work for Visiting Nurse Health System?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Schedule

Join us in our mission to provide excellent care, comfort, and dignity to our patients!

Visiting Nurse is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, lawful off-duty use of marijuana, any other characteristic protected by law, or any combination of two or more of the characteristics listed here. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact Visiting Nurse at 404-215-6100.