Admission Care Liaison-RN - Part Time

Ohio s Hospice Inc•Newark, OH

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About The Position

Ohio’s Hospice is seeking a part-time Admission Care Liaison (Registered Nurse) to help patients and families navigate the transition to hospice care. The role uses nursing knowledge, communication skills, and clinical judgment to guide patients through the admission process and explain hospice care, comfort, and support. The liaison collaborates with physicians, hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and other healthcare professionals throughout Newark, Columbus, Marysville, Lancaster, and surrounding Central Ohio communities. The schedule is 10:00 AM–10:00 PM, with every third weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing, with no board actions.
Current CPR certification.
Computer skills sufficient for accurate clinical documentation.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and acceptable driving history.
Current automobile insurance meeting state minimum requirements.
Ability to travel throughout the Central Ohio service area and safely drive in varying weather and road conditions.
Successful completion of a background investigation and 10-panel drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Two years of acute care nursing experience.
CHPN (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification.

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive nursing assessments to evaluate patients’ clinical needs and hospice eligibility.
Meet with patients and families in hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home settings.
Explain hospice services, eligibility, and available resources to help patients and families make informed decisions.
Collaborate with hospice physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate admissions and individualized plans of care.
Communicate clinical findings and patient status to support hospice eligibility determination and certification.
Coordinate transitions from hospitals and healthcare facilities to hospice services.
Partner with hospital personnel, facility staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to promote continuity of care.
Provide ongoing assessments, symptom management, and care coordination as needed.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support teamwork, service excellence, and professional growth.
Assist with staff orientation, mentoring, and other organizational initiatives as appropriate.