Hospice Admission RN | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

About the Role

The Hospice Admission Registered Nurse (RN) is a trained professional nurse who is a vital part of the Hospice team. An Admission RN is responsible for conducting eligibility assessments, explaining the hospice benefit, reviewing referral documentation to ensure a smooth transition into hospice care, ensuring the correct Durable Medical Equipment (DME), medications, and medical supplies are ordered and available at admission. The Admission RN also provides education to patients, family and applicable staff members, and acts as the primary point of contact to ensure coordination and continuity of care as patient progresses into hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the admission process for new patients and ensure a smooth transition into hospice care
• Work closely with Hospice team members and other service lines to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, gather medical history, assess prognosis, and document hospice eligibility
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans
• Communicate with patients, families, and caregivers regarding hospice admissions, policies, and services
• Complete admission paperwork and obtain required documentation including consent forms, insurance information, and medical records
• Coordinate with social workers, chaplains, and volunteers for additional assessments and services
• Administer medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols and best practices
• Monitor vital signs, symptoms, and patient condition during the admission process

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a diploma or degree program from an accredited school of Nursing
• Current State License as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a nurse in a clinical care setting

Essential Skills and Qualities

• Nursing skills as defined by accepted nursing standards
• Ability to assess and respond to patient, family, and caregiver needs in varied settings
• Ability to function effectively in home, hospital, and residential care community environments
• Ability to cope with patient and family emotional stress
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements, and deadlines

Location

• Office locations: Grand Rapids, MI and Kalamazoo, MI
• Main service area: Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo
• Position visits facilities and homes

Hours

• Four 10-hour shifts per week
• Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Compensation and Benefits

• $80,000—$87,500 USD
• Minimum of 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle Program for field roles
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on protected characteristics.