Admissions Nurse \ Registered Nurse (RN) | Portland, OR

Position Overview

Admissions RN

Connected HH is seeking a full‑time, hourly Home Health Admissions RN to support our Portland Metropolitan service area. This role is ideal for nurses who excel in first‑visit assessments, care‑plan initiation, and establishing a strong foundation for each patient’s home‑health episode.

This position follows standard business hours, Monday through Friday, providing predictable scheduling, strong interdisciplinary support, and a balanced workflow.

CAPLICO Culture

CAPLICO Values Connected Home Health proudly operates under the CAPLICO values that define The Pennant Group’s culture. These principles guide how we lead, collaborate, and care for our patients and one another.

• Customer Second — We support our clinicians first so they can deliver exceptional care.

• Accountability — We take ownership of our actions and outcomes.

• Passion for Learning — We embrace growth, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

• Love One Another — We treat each other with compassion, respect, and kindness.

• Intelligent Risk‑Taking — We innovate thoughtfully and responsibly.

• Celebration — We recognize achievements and find joy in our work.

• Ownership — We empower every team member to lead from their role.

Your Portland team is known for its supportive, collaborative, and uplifting culture, where clinicians feel valued, trusted, and encouraged to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Admissions RN Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive Start‑of‑Care (SOC) nursing assessments in patient homes.

• Initiate individualized care plans and establish expectations for the home‑health episode.

• Conduct medication reconciliation, safety assessments, and disease‑specific education.

• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members to ensure timely service initiation.

• Provide skilled nursing interventions as needed during SOC visits.

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and internal team members.

• Support safe transitions from hospitals, SNFs, and outpatient settings.

Schedule

Business Hours

• Monday–Friday

• Normal business hours (daytime schedule)

• No evenings, nights, or rotating weekends

• Predictable workflow with full team availability during working hours

Qualifications

RN Requirements

• Current Oregon RN license (or ability to obtain).

• One year of nursing experience preferred; home‑health or admissions experience a plus.

• Strong assessment, communication, and critical‑thinking skills.

• Ability to work independently in a field‑based role.

• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Details

• Competitive hourly wage: $55+

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Mileage reimbursement

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Continuing education support

• Opportunities for professional growth within Signature and The Pennant Group

Service Area

Portland Metropolitan Area This position serves the central to Eastside Portland Metropolitan Area, including Portland, Gresham, Milwaukie, Lake Oswego, Clackamas and surrounding communities.

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.