Hospice Admissions Coordinator - RN preferred or licensed clinical

Compassus; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Career development

Innovation meets compassion

Enhanced benefits

Recognition program

Culture of belonging

Job summary

Mercy Health Home Care and Hospice by Compassus is seeking a Hospice Admissions Coordinator to process referrals, coordinate patient admissions, and enter data after all hospice requirements are met.

RN is preferred; other licensed clinical education will be considered with related work experience. This role requires strong communication with physicians, families, and care teams to ensure smooth admissions and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RN preferred; other licensure strongly considered.
• 2–3 years of related experience and/or training strongly preferred.
• Experience communicating with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel highly preferred.
• Experience in insurance and Medicare/Medicaid billing and reimbursement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process patient referrals and coordinate admission of patients.
• Enter admission data into third‑party system after requirements are met.
• Communicate with physicians, staff and families about admission timelines.
• Schedule appointments for informed consents and RN assessment visits.
• Explain hospice services and benefits to patients and families as needed.
• Notify IDT and other providers of admissions and chart status.

Skills

Math skills

Language skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

RN preferred

Job description

Company

Mercy Health Home Care and Hospice by Compassus

Position Summary

The Hospice Admissions Coordinator processes patient referrals, coordinates the admission of patients, and enters patient admission data after all requirements of hospice have been met.

RN preferred for this role. Other licensed clinical education considered with work related experience to the Admissions Coordinator role.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Support designated program area and/or region.
• Read charts and understand the information/know what other documentation needed for certification.
• Experience with spreadsheets and Word documents.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, educational programs and community events, as requested.
• Communicates identified needs and potential solutions to supervisor.
• Receives and processes referrals from physicians, patients, families, friends, and community.
• Contacts physicians to secure an order for admission. If the Admissions Coordinator is not a Registered Nurse, s/he will have to ensure a nurse is present to take a verbal order or will have to ask for a "script" to be faxed.
• Contacts insurance companies for pre-certification authorization.
• Schedules appointments with patients and families for informed consents and the RN assessment visit.
• Explains hospice services and benefits to patients, family members, and significant others, if needed.
• Clear communication with patients/families, staff, physicians and agencies.
• Informs appropriate team members of time of appointments.
• Completes admission process according to agency/corporate policy.
• Ensures proper notification of admission to assigned interdisciplinary team (IDT) and ancillary providers.
• Enters admission data into a third-party system.
• Ensures patient chart, ensuring all documentation is signed and dated and turns chart over to Team Coordinator.
• Markets referral sources.
• Contacts long term care staff, hospital staff, and physicians to promote hospice services.
• Provides back-up support for Hospice Care Consultant.
• Documents marketing contacts, as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RN preferred. Other clinical licensure strongly considered.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of related experience and/or training strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience communicating with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel highly preferred.
• Experience in insurance and Medicare/Medicaid billing and reimbursement preferred.

Skills

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to positions in our organization.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus

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The Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.