Hospice Admissions RN

Compassus • Petaluma, CA

1d • $55 - $89

About The Position

An Admissions RN is a registered nurse whose primary responsibility is to accept referrals from a variety of resources via phone and fax with additional responsibility of co-signing referrals entered by LVN's and or non-clinical intake staff, as well as coordinating the initial hospice assessments with the clinical team.

Requirements

• Education to attain RN Licensure.
• 1 year Registered Nurse experience.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
• Language Skills: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces integrated healthcare at home philosophy.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Mandatory interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of hospice compliance issues, payer coverage requirements related to eligibility for services.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed) Required within 30 days of hire
• California Registered Nurse License (Vendor Managed) Required upon hire

Nice To Haves

• 1 year Hospice experience.
• Preferred knowledge of hospice referral process.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes daily referrals in order to guarantee timely patient admission.
• Answers telephone calls promptly and courteously.
• Checks and follows up on referral on a daily basis.
• Enters referral information, including medical and insurance information, into the EMR.
• Verifies and obtains orders from physician as well as documents CTI information on referrals in EMR.
• Ascertains if insurance is contracted with St.
• Joseph Hospice Services in order to assure appropriate financial reimbursement.
• Interfaces with the Insurance Verification/Billing Specialist as needed.
• Communicates with Patient Care Supervisor and Patient Care Coordinator to assure coordination of services.
• Keeps Pharmacy and PBM informed of admissions and faxes them the necessary documents for entry into their systems.
• Applies Medicare and State Regulations pertaining to hospice when accepting a referral in order to be compliant with said regulations.
• Co-signs referrals for team members who are LVN’s and non-clinical staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compassus offers a comprehensive benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more.
• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed