RN - Admissions (Part-Time)

Admission Care Liaison (Registered Nurse) - Part time 

Location; Newark, Ohio 

Schedule: Part-Time | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Includes every third weekend and rotating holiday coverage.

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to support hospice admissions and care coordination for patients transitioning to end-of-life services. This role involves conducting evaluations, collaborating with healthcare providers, educating patients and families, and ensuring a smooth admission experience across hospital, facility, and home-based settings. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, compassionate communication, and a commitment to quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments, addressing physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs in hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home settings.

• Educate patients and families about hospice services and eligibility, supporting informed decision-making and smooth admissions processes.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create and initiate individualized plans of care that align with patient goals and needs.

• Communicate clinical findings and patient status to hospice physicians to support eligibility determination and certification.

• Provide ongoing assessments, symptom management, and care coordination for patients in contracted facilities while facilitating transitions between care settings as needed.

• Partner with physicians, hospital personnel, and care teams to ensure continuity of care and timely discharge planning consistent with hospice principles.

• Support organizational operations and patient care initiatives by assisting across departments when needed.

• Participate in quality improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes and service excellence.

• Mentor and orient newly hired staff, fostering teamwork, professional development, and positive working relationships.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio without any board actions
• Two years acute care nursing experience preferred
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (CHPN) preferred and will be made available to Ohio's Hospice employees who wish to obtain certification.
• CPR Certified
• Computer skills sufficient to properly document services and care.
• Valid Ohio state driver's license and acceptable driving history.
• Ability to travel as needed in varying weather and road conditions.
• Current automobile insurance meeting state minimum requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete a background investigation and 10-panel drug screening.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• Certification preparation resources and certification incentive opportunities
• Initial uniform/scrub allowance
• Mileage reimbursement when applicable
• Structured onboarding and mentorship support
• Career advancement opportunities within the organization

Ohio’s Hospice offers opportunity, advancement, and a great foundation for growth to energetic people looking to serve our mission. Those who join our team are committed to providing superior care and service so our patients and their families can celebrate life. We provide our staff members with the resources and support to contribute and make a difference in the lives of patients and families every day. Come join a group of people that are wildly passionate about taking care of our patients and each other!  

As a member of our team, you'll have a chance to impact many lives. You may find a deeper meaning in your work or rediscover why you chose your profession in the first place. The passion you may have been missing in previous workplaces can be found at Ohio’s Hospice!

Ohio’s Hospice complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. 

Ohio’s Hospice is proud to be platinum certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Ohio’s Hospice welcomes those in the LGBT community to join our team.