Admissions Registered Nurse

Home & Health Care Management•Sacramento, CA

8d•$47 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

Home & Health Care Management is hiring an Admissions Registered Nurse to provide intake and case management for applicants and participants in their homes and via telehealth. The role includes assessing needs, developing and implementing person-centered Plans of Treatment, and supporting enrollment in the HCBA Waiver, California Community Transitions (CCT), and Assisted Living Waiver (ALW). The nurse identifies gaps in services and submits referrals to appropriate entities to help establish care. The role collaborates with CCT social workers and the HCBA case management team, including RN and Social Work case managers, to support enrollments and maintain required documentation. This position is based in the Sacramento office and serves Sacramento County and surrounding counties. About 20% of the work involves direct home visits and travel, while about 80% involves telehealth visits, calls, and documentation in the office. It is not a remote role. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an hour for lunch. There is no weekend or on-call work. Compensation is $47 to $53 per hour, with exact compensation varying based on skills and experience.

Requirements

Current California Registered Nurse license.
Valid California Driver’s License.
Eligibility for coverage under the employer’s liability policy and a clean DMV report.
Own vehicle and proof of current auto insurance.
Proficiency with software programs and familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Ability to work independently and with others at all organizational levels, and to collaborate effectively.
Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, written, and oral communication skills.
CPR certificate required within 30 days of employment.
Ability to pass a medical examination, including tests of mobility, visual acuity, and hearing acuity.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Discharge planning, home health, or hospice experience.
At least one year of RN work experience.
Inquisitive nature and analytical skills.
CCM certification.

Responsibilities

Review medical records, Plans of Treatment, health services, medications, medical equipment, and community-based services to confirm they meet clients’ medical needs.
Communicate verbally and in writing with providers, participants, health care departments, and HUD housing representatives regarding clients’ care needs.
Document face-to-face, telephone, and Microsoft Teams communications in the electronic health record according to departmental procedures.
Work with interdisciplinary teams serving clients in HCBA, CCT, ALW, and Enhanced Care Management/Community Supports programs.
Track quality indicators and prepare reports to improve patient outcomes.
Coordinate with HCBA RN and Social Work Case Managers through Microsoft Teams, in-person meetings, or joint client visits as needed.
Conduct monthly participant visits by phone, Teams, or in person.
Conduct in-person visits with applicants and caregivers to complete initial HCBA Waiver assessments.
Address deferred cases and communicate promptly with Department of Health Care Services Nurse Evaluators.
Identify gaps in services and submit appropriate referrals to help establish care.
Develop and implement person-centered Plans of Treatment for program enrollment.