Admissions RN

VITAS Healthcare; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Florida seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join our hospice team in Kendall. You will conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility and educate patients and families about Hospice benefits and Medicare coverage.

Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams, you will provide emotional support and clinical guidance during decisions.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid state license.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience; hospice/palliative preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking.
• Compassionate communicator with interpersonal skills.
• Active listener who builds trust.
• Autonomy with reliable follow-through.
• Patient-centered advocate focused on dignity and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility.
• Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during decision-making.
• Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination.

Skills

RN license

2+ yrs experience

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Empathy

Autonomy

Patient advocacy

Job description

Why Hospice? Why VITAS? Salary Range: $35 - $36 / Hour

Rediscover the Heart of Nursing

You became a nurse to make a meaningful difference—to care, to educate, and to advocate during life’s most vulnerable moments. If the hospital’s fast-paced environment has left you feeling burned out or disconnected from your purpose, VITAS offers a path back to what matters most.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility
• Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during the decision-making process
• Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred)
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Active listener who builds trust and rapport
• Confident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathy
• Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy
• Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort

Why You’ll Stay

Mission-Driven Work

Feel deeply connected to the heart of nursing by helping patients and families understand why hospice is the right care at the right time.

A Balanced Pace, A Powerful Impact

Make a meaningful difference without the burnout of traditional bedside care. Your time and talent are respected here.

Supportive Leadership & Collaborative Culture

Work in an environment where your clinical voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your impact is recognized.

Opportunities for Growth

VITAS supports your professional development with ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.