Adara Home Health, Inc.·Buffalo, Minnesota
The Clinical Admissions Nurse performs initial and periodic client assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans. They coordinate care with families and healthcare providers while maintaining accurate clinical documentation and ensuring compliance with company policies.
Adara Home Health offers fulfilling Home Care careers to professionals looking for flexibility and the ability to manage their own schedule.
Join our team and work for an employer who values each employee as an individual and respects everyone’s need for work-life balance.
The Clinical Admissions Nurse ensures client care is provided in accordance with the company Policies and Procedures.
Maintains strong relationships with referral sources.
The position reports to the Clinical Supervisor.
SCHEDULE This is a full time position, Monday - Friday with an on-call rotation. This position will require you to travel to client's homes to provide 1:1 client care that may take 1-3 hours per client. COVERAGE This position reports to the Buffalo, MN office and provides services in Buffalo, Princeton, Plymouth and surrounding cities.
Mileage Reimbursement Paid Time Off Recognition Program Employee Referral Program BENEFITS BASED ON FULL TIME ELIGIBILITY Medical, Vision, Life, and Pet insurance 401k 100% vested Tuition Reimbursement Paid Holidays Mobile Reimbursement or Company Phone MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs initial and periodic assessment of clients to determine needs. Implements and evaluates the effectiveness of care. Uses interview and physical assessment skills to evaluate client needs. Demonstrates nursing skills appropriate for services provided. Records nursing diagnoses, measurable outcomes, interventions and nurses notes according to company standards. Develops and updates care plans as client’s condition indicates. Demonstrates knowledge of current health practices when performing observation and evaluation of client care. Provides total client care to include medications and treatments administered as ordered by the physician, physical and psychological care, and client and family education. Assesses and interprets symptoms and institutes remedial measures within the legal limits of nursing practice within the state of Minnesota, and reports significant changes in client's condition immediately. Demonstrates problem solving abilities in adapting to the client’s changing needs. Organizes assignments to provide quality care in the most cost-effective manner. Assumes responsibility for coordination of client records in the home and the office. Coordinates client care with family, other caregivers, community resources and other disciplines. Fosters continuity of care by identifying problems and participating in solutions to reach identified client outcome. Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families and employees. Maintains a safe client environment and identifies and reports to the office any suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Understands and follows infection control policies. Participates in the after hours on-call process to ensure client care policies and procedures are followed and staffing issues resolved.
Supervision and
Leadership: Teaches and evaluates delegated tasks performed to improve client care. Provides orientation to employees according to company policy. Keeps up to date on state and federal regulations as they apply to home care. Participates in case conferences and team meetings in the branch office. Maintains positive and effective communication with employees. Understands and participates in team concept. Promotes a positive client and employee service image. Demonstrates self-direction to prioritize and accomplish job responsibilities. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Branch Office.
Education and
Teaching: Assesses readiness and ability of the client and significant others to learn and carries out appropriate individualized teaching based on assessment. Consistently documents teaching and individual and family response of client care. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development by actively participating in continuing education, in-service programs, orientation and employee evaluations.
Ensures that all clients’ authorization for services is current and quantity and type of services provided meet payer requirements. Applies basic knowledge of financial resources for care of clients. Fills out all admission and financial forms completely and accurately and distributes them appropriately.
Community
Relations: Develops and maintains a good working relationship with referral sources including physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, community resources and payers.
Medium to Very Heavy. Responsible for client care needs which may require transfers and lifting of clients. Nursing care provided in individual client homes. Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and community settings. Must be able to drive or use public transportation in all types of weather.
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Candidates must be a Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Minnesota with at least two years of experience in a healthcare or home care setting. Proficiency in Medicare certification and OASIS documentation is required, along with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Market context
Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.