Home Health Oasis Admission Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Description Position Summary: The Home Health OASIS Admission Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for conducting comprehensive initial patient assessments and completing the OASIS (Outcome and Assessment Information Set) documentation in accordance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations and agency policies. This role ensures accurate clinical evaluation, eligibility determination, and the development of individualized, patient-centered care plans for patients admitted to home health services. Key Responsibilities: Initial Patient Assessments & Admissions - Conduct comprehensive start-of-care (SOC) visits in the patient’s home environment. - Perform thorough physical, psychosocial, functional, and environmental assessments. - Determine patient eligibility for home health services based on clinical criteria and physician orders. - Identify immediate care needs, safety risks, and potential barriers to care. OASIS Documentation & Compliance: - Accurately complete all required OASIS data collection and submissions within regulatory timeframes. - Ensure documentation reflects the patient’s true clinical status and supports the plan of care. - Maintain compliance...