What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice LVN Clinical Navigator - San Marcos position at Acacia Health (Palliative, Home Health, & Hospice)?
About Acacia Hospice
We are an organization that believes in a patient first approach. You must be compassionate and caring to work for this organization. We are more than just a team as we treat each other as family. If you are looking for a company that will treat you like family, then Acacia is for you. www.acaciahealth.net
Essential Job Functions/ResponsibilitiesReferral Coordination, Admissions & Explanation of Benefits (EOB):
Position Qualifications:
We are an organization that believes in a patient first approach. You must be compassionate and caring to work for this organization. We are more than just a team as we treat each other as family. If you are looking for a company that will treat you like family, then Acacia is for you. www.acaciahealth.net
Essential Job Functions/ResponsibilitiesReferral Coordination, Admissions & Explanation of Benefits (EOB):
- Provide direct skilled nursing care under RN oversight, per the State Nurse Practice Act.
- Meet with patients and families to explain hospice benefits and coverage, ensuring clear understanding of hospice philosophy and available services.
- Relay all information gathered during EOB meetings to the Intake and Clinical teams promptly and accurately to support a smooth admission process.
- Request, verify, and organize all documentation required for admissions.
- Address questions regarding benefits eligibility as directed by the Intake/Authorization team.
- Collaborate closely with Community Liaisons to ensure seamless referral transitions and strengthen community relationships.
- Provide direct skilled nursing care as an RN per the State Nurse Practice Act.
- Implement and document the care plan, including medication management, symptom monitoring, and equipment use.
- Evaluate patient response to care and report changes to the clinical team
- Assist clinical team with ensuring documentation in facility (ALF/RCFE/SNF) binders are up to date and accurate.
- Build positive relationships with facility staff and represent Acacia hospice services.
- Ensure accurate, timely documentation (visit notes, referrals, EOB explanations.)
- Adhere to hospice policies, quality standards, and participate in performance improvement processes.
- Assist with admissions, discharges, and other administrative tasks.
- Perform as guided by the Administrator and / or Director of Patient Care Services.
Position Qualifications:
- California LVN License
- Valid California Driver’s License
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- 2 years of hospice work experience
Salary : $75,000 - $100,000