Admissions Nurse (RN)

St. Croix Hospice; Independence, Excelsior Springs, Gladstone (MO, MO, MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice in Independence, MO is seeking a compassionate Admissions Nurse who will travel to patients’ homes and facilities to perform comprehensive assessments, gather clinical information, and develop individualized care plans with the care team.

You’ll education families and coordinate timely hospice services with empathy and professionalism. Current RN license in Missouri, hospice/home care experience, driving ability, and strong documentation skills are required.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in MO (state(s) of practice).
• 1+ year hospice/home care experience preferred.
• 2+ years of overall nursing experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient and family assessments.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized Plans of Care with the care team.
• Provide direct patient care, including medications, symptoms, pain management, and ADL support.
• Educate and support patients and families while maintaining accurate documentation and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

RN license

Hospice experience

Home care experience

Driving

HIPAA compliance

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Independence, MO 64055, Position Type: Full Time, At St. Croix Hospice, we believe in the power of compassionate care. Like the river that inspired our name and takes great skill to navigate, St. Croix Hospice guides patients and their families through the end-of-life journey. We are committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for our patients, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of our deeply compassionate family of caregivers guiding extraordinary life experiences, then we invite you to join our team, where your work truly matters.

The Admissions Nurse plays a vital role in hospice care as the first point of contact for patients and families facing a terminal diagnosis. In this position, you will travel to patients wherever they reside, conduct comprehensive assessments, and gather essential clinical information to ensure timely and appropriate care. You will also provide compassionate education and guidance to families as they navigate the beginning of the hospice journey. Admissions Nurses develop individualized care plans, identify immediate and ongoing needs, and help support families with clarity, empathy, and professionalism. The trust and comfort you establish during these early moments lay the foundation for a meaningful care experience, positively shaping how families move through the process with dignity, understanding, and peace.

If you're a compassionate Registered Nurse who values meaningful patient connections and autonomy in your practice, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications: Admissions Nurse Requirements & Key Responsibilities:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state(s) of practice; multistate license accepted where applicable.
• 1+ years of hospice/home care experience and 2+ years of overall nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and consumer report.
• Valid driver’s license, insured reliable vehicle, and acceptable driving record.
• Perform nursing care in accordance with Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and hospice guidelines.
• Complete initial and ongoing patient and family assessments.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized Plans of Care in collaboration with the care team.
• Provide direct patient care, including medication administration, symptom and pain management, and ADL support.
• Educate and support patients and families while maintaining accurate documentation and HIPAA compliance.

Benefits & Schedule:

• Schedule: 8:00am to 5:00pm M-F, Full-time position with on-call expectations
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid time off and paid holidays