Our Company: Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day. Overview: We're looking for aFull-TimeReferral/Admissions Manager, RNto join our team inLucasville, OH.You will report directly to the Administrator, and you will be responsible formaintaining a high performing hospice program including managing, overseeing, and directing patient care activities to ensure the delivery of quality patient care. This role is responsible for teaching, evaluating, and developing associates and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and regulatory agencies.Overview:Responsible for contacting the patient and family within 1 hour of referral, and coordinating all admissions within the 3-hour admission CommitmentProcesses referrals by obtaining sufficient admission and insurance information in order to ensure appropriate and timely admission of patientsParticipates as a member of the marketing team by: actively seeking new referral sources; developing and maintaining positive relationships with referral sources; assist in developing strategies and plans for site and company growthEnsures maximum reimbursement through initial payer source, benefits, and eligibility verification, authorization processes, and accurate data entry into Company computer system. Completes required payer source verification formsProvides accurate insurance and admission information to admission staff in order to ensure appropriate disclosure of rights and responsibilities, financial liabilities and benefit plan details to patients and their familiesProvides Billing Coordinator, or designee, with insurance and billing documentation as needed for final confirmation prior to admission and/or submission of billOverseeing and managing rescheduled, declined, missed, and reassigned visit requests, including making decisions as to priority and staffing based on clinical judgment.Responding to phone referrals/inquiries in a timely, professional, and compassionate manner, including triage of medical concerns within scope of practice. About You: At least three years’ experience of direct patient care and two years’ experience in hospice or home-based care settingGraduate of accredited school of nursing; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferredCurrent Registered Nurse licensure in state of residence and requested employmentDemonstrates knowledge and compliance with accepted hospice principles and practice, including industry standards, regulations, and best practices (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC), company policies/procedures, and understanding of terminally ill patients and their familiesAbility to apply knowledge of the unique needs of hospice patient and families from various socioeconomic backgrounds to provide appropriate advocacy and oversight We Offer: Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTOOpportunity to Participate In a Fleet ProgramCompetitive SalariesMileage ReimbursementProfessional Growth and Development Opportunities Legalese: This is a safety-sensitive positionEmployee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefitsWhere applicable, employee must meet state specific requirementsWe are proud to be an EEO employerWe maintain a drug-free workplaceCompensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range: $71,615 - $89,520 Location: Heartland Hospice