Admissions RN Home Health and Hospice - Albany Signature Healthcare

Admissions Registered Nurse (SOC RN) – Home Health & Hospice

Location: Albany, OR and surrounding areas

Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm, flexible hours

Wage: $50.00–$55.00 per Hour (DOE) + Mileage Reimbursement + Benefited with competitive PTO package

Albany Home Health & Hospice is seeking an experienced and compassionate Start of Care Registered Nurse (SOC RN) to join our growing clinical team. This full-time position is ideal for an RN who excels in patient assessment, care planning, and care coordination while delivering exceptional home health and hospice services.

As a Start of Care RN, you will be the first clinical connection for patients beginning their home health or hospice journey. Your expertise will help ensure a smooth transition to care, accurate assessments, and individualized treatment plans that promote healing, independence, and quality of life.

If you are passionate about patient-centered care and enjoy working independently while making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Albany Home Health & Hospice?

✅ Competitive Pay
✅ Mileage Reimbursement
✅ Full-Time Opportunity
✅ Flexible, Independent Work Environment
✅ Supportive Clinical Leadership Team
✅ Career Growth and Leadership Development
✅ One-on-One Patient Care
✅ Meaningful Work in the Home Health & Hospice Setting

Key Responsibilities

Patient Admissions & Start of Care

• Complete comprehensive Start of Care (SOC) assessments in patients' homes.
• Perform OASIS assessments and admission documentation accurately and timely.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on physician orders, patient goals, and clinical findings.
• Complete medication reconciliation and review.
• Establish emergency preparedness plans and patient-specific care strategies.
• Obtain all required consents and admission documentation.

Clinical Care & Coordination

• Coordinate admissions with Intake, Clinical Managers, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Communicate patient needs, changes in condition, and recommendations to providers.
• Arrange for necessary equipment, supplies, and support services.
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding diagnoses, medications, treatments, and self-care.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete admission documentation within required timelines.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and compliant clinical records.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, state, federal, and agency regulations.
• Document patient progress, symptom management, and outcomes.

Team Collaboration

• Participate in care conferences, quality improvement activities, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Assist with orientation and mentorship of new clinicians as assigned.
• Support agency operations through skilled nursing visits and RN case management as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred

• 1–2 years of recent home health and or hospice experience.
• Experience performing OASIS assessments and Start of Care admissions.
• Knowledge of Medicare home health and hospice regulations and documentation requirements.
• Acute care, community health, or hospice experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach frequently.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and position patients safely.
• Ability to transport clinical equipment and supplies.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area and work in various home environments.

About Albany Home Health & Hospice

At Albany Home Health & Hospice, our mission is simple:

"To Enhance the Life of Every Person We Serve."

We provide compassionate, high-quality care that allows patients to recover, heal, and maintain independence in the comfort of their homes. Our clinicians are empowered to lead, grow professionally, and make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families.

As part of the Pennant Group, we are committed to local leadership, clinical excellence, and exceptional patient outcomes.

Apply Today!

Ready to make an impact from day one?

Contact Our In-House Recruiter Natalia 971-600-4186
Email: natalia.whitnah@signaturehhh.com

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.