Temporary Hospice RN Admissions – 6-Week Assignment
Locations: Mt Airy / Elkin
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 hours/week
Duration: 6 weeks | Start ASAP
Mountain Valley Hospice is seeking an experienced Admissions Registered Nurse for a defined, short-term hospice assignment. This role is ideal for an RN who wants meaningful work with a predictable weekday schedule—without weekends, on-call, or a long-term commitment.
Position Highlights
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$50/hour (non-benefited)
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Monday–Friday only
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No weekends. No on call
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Mileage reimbursement at $0.70 per mile
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6-week commitment with clear expectations
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Supportive interdisciplinary team and established workflows
What You'll Do:
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Pre-Assessments and Admissions: Conduct pre-assessment visits in the home or healthcare facility as necessary, offering valuable information and guidance to patients and families referred to hospice.
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Facilitate Admissions: Complete the admission process, ensuring patients meet eligibility criteria by coordinating with the Intake Department, referring physician, and Hospice provider to secure necessary certifications.
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Coordinate Home Setup: Ensure that arrangements for equipment necessary in the home setting are made available to the patient.
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Deliver Compassionate Nursing Care: Apply nursing principles and techniques to provide exceptional care, emotional support, and education to patients and their families.
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Engage Patients and Families: Encourage active participation in care plans, empowering patients and families to work toward established goals with confidence and understanding.
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Collaborate with the Team: Communicate admissions information, issues, and concerns during patient care meetings to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care with other team members.
What We’re Looking For
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Active RN license
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Hospice or home health experience preferred
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Comfortable working independently in the field
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Organized, dependable, and patient-centered
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced RN seeking short-term work with a predictable schedule.
