RN, Admissions - DC and Maryland

Chapters Health System; United States; On-site; USD 75,895 - 113,843; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus: $12,500

Generous PTO

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Chapters Health System is seeking an Admission RN to assess patients and initiate care, ensuring a seamless transition into Care Navigation. This role involves completing admissions, educating families, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

The ideal candidate must have a current RN license, a minimum of one year of nursing experience, and strong clinical assessment skills. Compensation ranges from $75,895.65 to $113,843.48 annually, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or hospital.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Physical capability to lift patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Complete clinical admissions for all company services.
• Educate patient/family on admission requirements.
• Collaborate closely with referring hospitals and physicians.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Effective communication

Customer service focus

Time management

Education

Current RN license in the state of employment

Active BLS certification

Tools

EMR/EHR system experience

Job description

Benefits

• Sign‑On Bonus: $12,500
• Generous PTO
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement

Work Hours

10am‑7pm, rotating weekends, in DC and MD (Montgomery, Howard, Prince George's).

Role Overview

The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residency or in hospitals and initiates care into the services of Chapters Health System, ensuring a seamless transition to Care Navigation and serving as an ambassador of the organization.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience (hospice or hospital experience preferred).
• Strong clinical assessment skills with a preferred background in emergency department or ICU.
• Experience with an EMR/EHR system.
• Effective communication in English; bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Professional and articulate presentation of services.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance (mobile driver). Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in a team, manage multiple priorities, and handle emotional stress.
• Physical capability to lift patients and equipment, bend, push/pull, kneel, etc. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Strong time‑management and goal orientation.
• Excellent customer‑service focus.
• Active BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross).

Responsibilities

• Complete clinical admissions for all company services.
• Explain services to potential patients/families, address questions, and ease fears.
• Identify admission objections or barriers and provide responses.
• Educate patient/family on admission requirements and immediate needs.
• Complete informed consent and initial assessment per regulations and company policy.
• Provide information to physicians and initiate plan of care.
• Initiate skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications and maximize comfort.
• Obtain physician orders.
• Document patients’ care per company policy.
• Interface as company representative at assigned facilities, facilitating referrals.
• Collaborate closely with referring hospitals, physicians, case managers, and PRRs.
• Communicate frequently with Care Navigation staff to ensure timely follow‑up.
• Use SBAR for clinical communication.
• Obtain consents and arrange safe discharge efficiently.
• Maintain relationships with case managers and physicians at facilities.
• Provide care for any GIP patients in hospitals, including daily visits and documentation.
• Respond to emergencies as required, including reporting to designated locations during planned lockdowns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

$75,895.65 – $113,843.48 annually, commensurate with experience.

Drug Testing & Background Screening

Position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer and ongoing compliance with the drug‑free workplace policy. Florida affiliates require background screening via the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.