Nursing Admission Specialist - Home Care

Cleveland Clinic; Independence (OH); On-site; USD 73,840 - 115,648; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mileage reimbursement

Excellent benefits including 401(k) and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Supportive leadership

Opportunities for advancement

Work-life balance

Autonomy in patient assignments

Exposure to a range of patient conditions

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Nursing Admission Specialist in Independence, Ohio, responsible for initiating home care for patients. You will perform comprehensive assessments and develop care plans to support patient independence and reduce hospital readmissions. This role requires current RN licensure and offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Successful candidates will enjoy support from leadership and the autonomy to manage their own patient assignments while utilizing innovative technology in care delivery.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• Experience in an acute medical/surgical or home-care setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments in accordance with OASIS reporting requirements.
• Identify immediate care needs and obtain orders for treatment.
• Obtain consent for care and demonstrate knowledge of coverage criteria.

Skills

Infusion therapy

Venipuncture

Diabetes management

Wound/ostomy care

Urinary catheterization

Enteral feeding

Oxygen therapy

Administration of injectable medication

Left ventricular assistive devices

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Professional Nursing

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient‑first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Nursing Admission Specialist, you will initiate and/or resume home care for patients of all ages and health backgrounds in the east region, including the Eastern Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula Counties, offering comprehensive assessments, care plans and ongoing support to meet their unique needs. Your efforts help them stay independent and confident when managing their own care, ultimately reducing hospital readmissions and poor outcomes. This position offers rewarding experiences and multiple resources for enhancing your nursing skills, education and professional development.

Work Schedule

Caregiver works days from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with one on‑call shift per week. The primary on‑call shift is nights from 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM and the secondary on‑call shift is 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. One weekend every 4 weeks and one winter/one summer holiday are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and submit a complete and accurate Comprehensive Assessment in accordance with OASIS reporting requirements and agency policies and procedures.
• Identify immediate care and support needs and obtain orders to address psychosocial and treatment priorities.
• Make appropriate admission decisions based on patient eligibility, acuity and safety.
• Obtain consent for care.
• Demonstrate knowledge of coverage criteria based on payer source, including skilled needs, intermittent care, homebound status, and physician‑ordered care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Professional Nursing
• Knowledge of Home Care and the OASIS data set
• Experience with infusion therapy, venipuncture, diabetes management, wound/ostomy care, urinary catheterization, enteral feeding, oxygen therapy, administration of injectable medication and left ventricular assistive devices
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross
• Valid driver’s licence (VDL) upon hire and per policy 8-175 thereafter
• Proof of automobile $100,000/$3,000,000 insurance coverage and per policy 8-175 thereafter
• One year of current clinical experience as an RN
• One year of experience in an acute medical/surgical or home‑care setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Six months of home‑health care experience

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Competitive pay and mileage reimbursement
• Excellent benefits – 401(k), dental and health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive leadership that has your back
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
• Work‑life balance you can count on
• Autonomy and independence – nurses manage their own patient assignment and make critical decisions in the field
• Meaningful 1‑on‑1 relationships – nurses treat patients in the context of their home environment, allowing for truly personalized care
• Broad clinical experience – receive exposure to a wide range of patient conditions, great for developing clinical skills and confidence
• Technology‑driven and innovation‑friendly – use mobile documentation and a wide range of technologies to deliver efficient, high‑quality care in the home setting

Physical Requirements

• Must be ambulatory and able to drive to patients’ homes and potential customers, able to climb stairs, pull, push, and facilitate movement of the patient
• Heavy work – exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for medium work

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay Range

Minimum annual salary: $73,840.00

Maximum annual salary: $115,648.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).