Home Health - Admissions RN

Elara Caring • Killeen, TX

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About The Position

Elara Caring is hiring a Home Health Admissions RN to help patients begin recovery at home. The RN makes an initial connection with patients and families, assesses their needs, explains care, and helps arrange appropriate home health services and support. The role is suited to a nurse who works independently, builds trust with patients, and coordinates the start of home health care.

The position includes a Friday–Monday schedule, autonomy and flexibility in the workday, and one-on-one patient care within a supportive, collaborative team. Compensation is determined based on qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. A $1,500 sign-on incentive is advertised.

Elara Caring is an equal opportunity workplace and complies with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned, and promoted without regard to protected characteristics. Applicants who need disability-related assistance during the application or recruitment process may request help by email. Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 is completed.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
• One year of nursing experience in a clinical care setting.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the branch’s coverage area.
• Dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance as required by state law.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including when assisting with patient transfers or moving equipment.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Home health or hospice experience.
• OASIS experience.
• Homecare Homebase experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial nursing assessments and evaluate patients’ physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
• Complete admission and start-of-care documentation, including OASIS assessments as applicable.
• Develop and update individualized plans of care in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and care team.
• Explain home health services, care plans, and next steps to patients and caregivers.
• Identify changes in a patient’s condition or safety concerns and promptly communicate them to appropriate team members.
• Coordinate with the Clinical Supervisor, physicians, and interdisciplinary team to support a smooth transition into home health.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and protect patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees.
• Continuing education opportunities for all employees.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Pet insurance.
• $1,500 sign-on incentive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree