Hospice Admissions RN – Impactful Home Health (FT)

Stella Maris Inc; Mays Chapel (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

403(B) retirement plan with company ɳa

Health, prescription, vision andDental

Verizon plan discounts

Pet Wellness coverage

Legal assistance

Identity protection

Mental Health resources and EAP

Perks at Work discounts

Job summary

Stella Maris Inc. in central Maryland is seeking an Admissions Nurse (RN) for Home Hospice to join a growing team of clinicians serving the community.

This role focuses on admitting patients to appropriate hospice programs and providing education to families, physicians and discharge planners. Responsibilities include answering questions about services, explaining insurance coverage, coordinating admissions, and developing the initial plan of care with patients and physicians.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the State of Maryland required.
• EPIC experience preferred.
• Prior experience in hospice or home health required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Main point of contact to answer questions about home hospice services to prospective patients/families
• Thoroughly explain insurance benefits and coverage of services, patient responsibilities and options for payment
• Coordinate the admissions process to the appropriate program and complete paperwork promptly and accurately
• Develop the initial plan of care based on input from patient, family and physician
• Provides information and education to physicians, discharge planners and community organizations about Stella Maris Home Hospice services
• Assumes on-call responsibilities as needed

Skills

MD RN licensure

EPIC experience

Hospice/home health

Driver's license

Job description

Stella Maris Inc. in central Maryland is seeking an Admissions Nurse (RN) for Home Hospice to join a growing team of clinicians serving the community.

This role focuses on admitting patients to appropriate hospice programs and providing education to families, physicians and discharge planners. Responsibilities include answering questions about services, explaining insurance coverage, coordinating admissions, and developing the initial plan of care with patients and physicians.