Job Description

Admissions Coordinator – Home Health Care

Care Coordination | Patient Education | Home Health Referral Management
Part time 40 hours biweekly, rotating days M-F

At Meritus Health, we are committed to improving patient outcomes through compassionate care, seamless transitions, and strong community partnerships. The Admissions Coordinator for Home Health Care plays a key role in supporting that mission by serving as the primary liaison between Meritus Medical Center and partnering Home Health agencies. This role ensures patients receive timely, appropriate, and well‑coordinated post‑acute services that support recovery, safety, and continuity of care.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Admissions Coordinator identifies potential referrals, assesses eligibility for home health services, educates patients and families, and collaborates closely with physicians and the care management team. This position actively supports discharge planning and evaluates the effectiveness of the referral process to promote high‑quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between Meritus Medical Center and Home Health agencies

• Identify potential referrals and assess patient eligibility for home health services

• Educate patients and families on home health care options, benefits, and expectations

• Promote home health services to support safe transitions and improved outcomes

• Coordinate the discharge planning process in collaboration with care management and physicians

• Evaluate referral effectiveness and support continuous improvement in care transitions

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

• ASN required

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a healthcare setting required

• Experience in Home Health or community health preferred

Licensure/Certification

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland OR

• RN license from a Nurse Licensure Compact state with a Multi‑State Privilege designation

• Note: A compact license designated as Single State does not meet requirements; a Maryland license must be obtained

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic computer skills required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Meditech experience preferred

• Experience with care management software preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Public speaking and patient education experience preferred

• Knowledge of Medicare coverage criteria preferred

Caring for Our Team
We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
  Support for your continued learning and career growth
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
  Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.