RN Admissions Coordinator
Company: Emmanuel Hospice
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: March 6, 2026
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Job Description:
RN Admissions Coordinator Employment Type: Full-Time Location:
Grand Rapids Position Summary: The RN Admissions Coordinator has a
growth mindset and provides daily leadership and operational
oversight for hospice admissions and Patient Access (Intake) team.
This role ensures a smooth, timely, and clinically sound referral
to admission process while supporting organizational growth goals
and maintaining compliance with Medicare, state, and federal
regulations. The RN Admissions Coordinator develops a
high-performing admissions team, ensuring no patient is left behind
– accessing the hospice benefit as soon as they are eligible,
drives conversion performance, and collaborates closely with
physicians, and referral partners to ensure patients receive
timely, compassionate access to exemplary end-of-life care.
Benefits: Competitive Salary Mileage reimbursement at the federal
rate Self-care coaching EAP Company tech provided (laptop/iPad,
phone) Generous time off including PTO and Sick Time packages
Medical, Dental, & Vision and other benefits offered starting Day
One! Employer paid Life and Short-term Disability Bereavement leave
that allows for support of you and your family 403(b) plan with
match Key Responsibilities: Direct daily workflow of Admissions RNs
and Patient Access Specialists to ensure timely referral
processing, eligibility review, and assignment of admission visits.
Optimize referral to admission conversion rates, days to admit
metrics, and census growth targets; identify barriers and implement
corrective actions. Ensure timely follow-up on all pending
referrals and reinforce urgency and responsiveness across the team.
Monitor adherence to Medicare Hospice Eligibility criteria and
documentation standards. Facilitate weekly NTUC review with the
Quality Manager and Hospice Medical Director, document follow-up
actions. Review admission assessments for completeness, accuracy,
and regulatory compliance. Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate
Admissions RNs and Patient Access Specialists; provide coaching to
support performance and professional development. Reinforce
consistent use of the Empower Visit Structure and organizational
admissions presentation standards. Collaborate with Business
Development, nurse liaisons, hospice physicians, and referral
partners to ensure timely eligibility determination and smooth
transitions into care. Ensure seamless handoff of patients from
Admissions to the Patient Care team, supporting continuity and
interdisciplinary planning. Monitor staffing capacity and assist
with admissions or educational visits when needed. Support
back-office and EMR functions, including DME coordination, pharmacy
orders, and documentation workflow management. Participate in the
Manager On-Call rotation. Identify operational barriers and trends;
conduct Root Cause Analysis and report findings to leadership.
Represent the organization professionally with community partners
and referral sources. Qualifications: Active Registered Nurse (RN)
license required. Hospice or Home Health Care experience preferred.
Leadership or Supervisory experience preferred. Strong knowledge of
Medicare Hospice eligibility and documentation requirements.
Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records and Microsoft Office.
Strong communication, critical thinking, and workflow management
skills. Supervisory Responsibilities: Admissions Registered Nurses
Patient Access Specialists Work Environment & Physical
Requirements: This will be a Monday through Friday business hour’s
role taking part in the Manager On-Call rotation Standard office
and patient care environment. Ability to travel locally for
admissions or partner meetings as needed. Ability to lift up to 50
lbs. PIb6655774e47b-25448-39837909
Keywords: Emmanuel Hospice, Lansing , RN Admissions Coordinator, Administration, Clerical , Grand Rapids, Michigan
