Home Health Clinical Liaison
Company: Compassus
Location: Columbus
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Company: OhioHealth at Home in partnership with Compassus
Position Summary RN preferred, but PT's, ST's, OT's, PTA's and LPNs
considered with clinical experience. Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM.
The Home Health Clinical Liaison is responsible for modeling the
Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork,
and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using
the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for
upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive
working relationships within the company, among all departments,
and all external stakeholders. The Home Health Clinical Liaison
serves as a trusted resource for the physician and hospital case
managers and communicates with referral sources. S/he conducts
skilled conversations with physicians, patients, families, and
healthcare providers. S/he maintains an understanding of hospital
and post-acute healthcare systems. The Home Health Clinical Liaison
navigates getting patients into the right care at the right time.
Position Specific Responsibilities Meets regularly with physicians
in the hospital to discuss specific patients: gives guidance and
provides an understanding of post-acute service support; ensures
continuity of care as a priority. Acts as hospital case managers
(rounding or interactions in step with the hospital): high-risk
patient reviews. Supports transition to home health, home infusion,
and hospice services by conducting in-person bedside transitions;
where services are offered. Educates on hospice, home infusion, and
home health benefits to patient families and referral sources.
Develops genuine collegial relationships with other Ascension
professionals and identifies times to meet regularly with
clinicians to problem solve and review cases. Understands how to
interact with difficult patients/families. Identifies steps to
having a successful family meeting. Develops communication skills
to support patients/families with difficult discussions or
differing points of view. Maintains a current list of admission
coordinators for each healthcare service line. Aligns
recommendations between patient/family and Primary care team:
*Identifies patient preferences/needs. *Identifies patient’s
post-acute care needs. *Confirms the level of care most appropriate
for the patient - right care, right time. *Educates patient on
Homebound criteria and verifies patient meets this requirement.
*Facilitates 'transition to home' planning including assessing
post-discharge needs and developing and implementing a transition
to the home plan. Sets patient-centered goals and facilitates
transitions: *Understands how to identify patient/family-specific
treatment goals. Arranges for home admission – communication with
the Home Health and Home Infusion team(s). Coordinates patient care
by obtaining H&P, physician orders, hospital records, and
face-to-face documentation promptly. Verifies patient demographic
information is correct. Coordinates organization of transfer
orders; educates patients on home care orders and home care
services. Identifies primary care physician to follow the plan of
care. Conducts follow-up on re-hospitalized home health patients.
Participates in home health re-hospitalization mitigation
strategies – be a member of the strategy team. Develops ability to
understand and digest claims data, and use of predictive analytics.
Ensures excellent customer service to maintain and grow the
business in the identified key accounts. Consistently works to
improve personal knowledge and sales skills to become of greater
value to our most important customers and the company. Meets or
exceeds assigned quotas, thereby maintaining and constantly
improving the HH's competitive position. Performs other duties as
assigned. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Two (2) to three (3) years of nursing experience as an RN
preferred. Hospital and/or long-term care clinical experience
highly preferred. Experience with home health eligibility admission
requirements, COPs, PDGM knowledge and training, risk scoring/data
analysis, introduction to end-of-life practices/spiritual history,
homebound status determination, palliative care, General Dx and
LCDs, and estimating and communicating prognosis/disease trajectory
preferred. Skills Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract,
multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and
percentage. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and
interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write
reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to
effectively present information and respond to questions from
leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong
written and verbal communications. Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates
and embraces integrated healthcare at home philosophy.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations Active and unencumbered
Registered Nurse license in the state(s) of employment strongly
preferred. A Bachelor's degree in lieu of a Registered Nurse
license will be considered. Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively
perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate
team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and
manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift
and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements
include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision,
depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare
setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and
conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of
standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care
is essential. This description provides a general overview and may
vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and
conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization. At
Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity,
and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are
committed to creating a fair work environment where our team
members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal
opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran
status. LI-KM1 Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus At
Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our
patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture,
we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual.
Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.
Your Career Journey Matters We’re dedicated to helping you grow and
succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized
training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and
support you need to thrive. The Compassus Advantage • Meaningful
Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of
our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion,
and creating moments that truly matter. • Career Development:
Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized
professional development. • Innovation Meets Compassion:
Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and
technologies to deliver exceptional care. • Enhanced Benefits:
Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement,
and wellness programs designed for your well-being. • Recognition
and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through
recognition programs that honor your dedication. • A Culture of
Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic
self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a
community that embraces diversity and inclusion. Ready to Join? At
Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to
make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that
empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.
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