Open Doors to Care. Guide First Steps. Transform the Hospice Experience.
Are you a compassionate, experienced RN who loves making personal connections and helping patients understand their options at a vulnerable time? As a Hospice Admissions Nurse, you’ll be the face of our care—helping families say “yes” to compassionate end-of-life support when it matters most.
What You'll Do as a Hospice RN Admissions Nurse:
• Report directly to the Admissions Manager and serve as a key ambassador for our hospice services
• Visit patients and families in their homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility for hospice care
• Explain hospice philosophy and services clearly, compassionately, and with clinical confidence
• Guide patients and their loved ones through the admissions process, ensuring a smooth and supportive start to care
• Collaborate with referring physicians, case managers, and hospital or facility staff to coordinate transitions of care
• Use the nursing process to assess patient needs, support care planning, and document clinical findings
• Build trust and provide emotional reassurance to patients and families as they make this important decision
• Accurately complete required documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Work closely with the clinical and interdisciplinary team to ensure timely admissions and quality care handoff
Qualifications - What You’ll Bring:
• Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain)
• 1+ year of general nursing experience
• A hospice heart: compassionate, empathetic, and deeply committed to patient-centered care
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable visiting patients in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or home settings
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
• 2+ years of hospice, home health, healthcare admissions, or medical sales
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification
• Background in case management, care coordination, or healthcare outreach
• Experience with electronic medical records and compliance documentation