Registered Nurse (RN) Coder - Weekend Track Community Hospice

Saint Alphonsus; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical benefits

Meaningful work

Supportive interdisciplinary team

Clinical coding exposure

Orientation provided

Job summary

Community Hospice is seeking a Weekend Track RN for Hospice Coding specialization in a hybrid role. The position supports regulatory compliance and accurate coding, with training provided in hospice coding.

Schedule is every Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, offering a hybrid work arrangement and potential to work from home most hours. The role requires NY RN licensure, an ADN (BSN preferred), and about 1 year of RN experience (Hospice/Home Care or acute care).

Qualifications

• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.
• Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred.
• 1 year experience as an RN required – preferably in Hospice/Home Care or acute care.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Review and code hospice clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with providers and leadership to ensure documentation supports regulatory and billing requirements.
• Identify and communicate documentation opportunities and coding discrepancies.
• Support compliance with applicable hospice regulations and payer requirements.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Documentation accuracy

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Weekend Track RN - Hospice Coding Specialist - Community Hospice - Hybrid Role

The Community Hospice is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Weekend Track RN to join our Coding Team. Training in Hospice Coding will be provided! Schedule: Every Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

What We Offer:

• Hybrid work opportunity with the flexibility to work primarily from home
• Eligible for full-time medical benefits through St Peters Health partners
• Meaningful work that supports high-quality hospice care
• Collaboration with an experienced and supportive interdisciplinary team
• Opportunity to utilize both your clinical knowledge and analytical skills in a specialized role
• Comprehensive orientation provided

What you will do:

In this key role, you will collaborate closely with hospice providers and organizational leadership to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of clinical documentation and coding. Your expertise will help support regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, and appropriate reimbursement, ultimately contributing to the exceptional care we provide to patients and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and code hospice clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Collaborate with providers and leadership to ensure documentation supports regulatory and billing requirements
• Identify and communicate documentation opportunities and coding discrepancies
• Support compliance with applicable hospice regulations and payer requirements

What you will need:

• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
• Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
• 1 year experience as an RN required -preferably in Hospice/Home Care or acute care.
• Ability to work independently

Work Location

This position is primarily remote/hybrid, allowing you to work from home for most of your scheduled hours. Occasional in-office attendance may be required for orientation, training, team meetings, or as requested by the hiring manager.

If you are an RN with strong clinical judgment, excellent attention to detail, and an interest in documentation integrity and coding, we invite you to join our mission-driven team and make a difference behind the scenes in hospice care.

Pay Range: $36.00-$47.52 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.