About the role
Signature Healthcare at Home Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced
Registered Nurse (RN)
to join our team as a
PRN Weekend Admissions Nurse
serving the Portland metro area. This position plays a critical role in supporting patients and families during their transition to hospice services by providing timely admissions, education, and coordination of care.
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional end-of-life care and thrive in an autonomous, patient-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
The Weekend Admissions RN is responsible for responding to hospice referrals, completing admission assessments, developing initial plans of care, and ensuring patients and families receive the education and support needed upon entry into hospice services. This position works closely with physicians, referral partners, hospice leadership, and the interdisciplinary team to create a seamless admission experience.
This is an ideal opportunity for a nurse who enjoys building relationships, exercising clinical judgment, and making an immediate impact on the lives of patients and their loved ones.
Key Responsibilities
Respond to hospice referrals and admission requests during weekend coverage hours
Complete comprehensive hospice admission assessments in patients' homes, assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities, or other care settings
Evaluate patient eligibility for hospice services in accordance with Medicare and regulatory guidelines
Coordinate admission paperwork, consents, and required clinical documentation
Develop and initiate individualized plans of care
Provide education regarding hospice philosophy, services, medications, symptom management, and available resources
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, aides, and other interdisciplinary team members
Communicate effectively with referral sources, hospitals, and community partners
Ensure timely and accurate completion of documentation within the electronic medical record
Support patients and families with compassion, dignity, and professionalism during challenging transitions
Qualifications
Required:
Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance
Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and efficiently in the field
Preferred:
Hospice experience
Home Health experience
Admission or intake experience
Knowledge of Medicare hospice regulations
Why Signature Healthcare at Home?
At Signature Healthcare at Home, we are guided by our
CAPLICO
core values:
C - Celebration
Recognizing and celebrating successes.
A - Accountability
Taking ownership and responsibility.
P - Passion for Learning
Continuously seeking growth and improvement.
L - Love One Another
Treating others with kindness, dignity, and respect.
I - Intelligent Risk Taking
Innovating and embracing new opportunities.
C - Customer Second
Putting team members first so they can best serve patients.
O - Ownership
Acting like owners in everything we do.
Our team members are empowered to make a difference every day while providing exceptional care to patients and families throughout the communities we serve.
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a flexible weekend opportunity where you can utilize your clinical expertise while helping patients and families receive compassionate hospice care, we encourage you to apply.
Signature Healthcare at Home Hospice
PRN Weekend Admissions RN
Portland, Oregon
Providing compassionate care. Supporting meaningful moments. Making a difference when it matters most.
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.