Admission RN

Hearth Hospice • Fort Oglethorpe, GA

9d • $78,000 - $83,000

About The Position

Hearth Hospice is hiring a full-time Compassionate Resource Nurse (RN) to provide patient care in and around the Fort Oglethorpe area. The role represents hospice programs to patients, families, and others through pre-assessments, information sharing, and admissions in patients’ homes or healthcare facilities. The nurse works with the intake team, referring physicians, and other referral sources to promote the hospice philosophy of care.

The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The territory includes Dade, Whitfield, Walker, Catoosa, Murray, Gordon, and Chattooga counties. Compensation is listed as an average pay range of $78,000–$83,000 per year; the posting states this is a general guideline, not a guaranteed offer, and final compensation depends on relevant experience and position responsibilities.

Requirements

• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse license.
• At least one year of RN experience in a medical-surgical or acute care setting.
• Computer proficiency, including typing and use of various programs, with an EMR background.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, with access to dependable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care preferred.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical referral information and respond to requests and inquiries as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director regarding client eligibility and appropriateness for hospice services.
• Provide information, pre-assessment, and admission services to referred patients, conducting visits at home or in healthcare facilities as necessary.
• Communicate with the Intake Department, referring physician, and Hospice Medical Director to confirm referral appropriateness and obtain necessary certifications.
• Apply nursing principles and techniques in patient treatment.
• Provide nursing care, emotional support, and education to patients and families.
• Encourage patients and family members to participate in the patient's plan of care to meet established goals.
• Participate in on-call duties as assigned and defined by the Clinical Director and Program Director.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
• 15 days of PTO and 10 holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
• Wellness and discount programs.
• Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
• Company matching 401(k).
• Hands-on clinical onboarding program.

What This Job Offers

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