Compassionate Hospice Admissions RN - Meaningful Impact

VITAS Healthcare; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare is seeking an experienced Hospice Admissions Nurse in California to guide patients and families through hospice transitions with empathy and clinical excellence. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, educate on Medicare benefits, and coordinate admissions with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

As an RN with a valid license and at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice/palliative preferred), you will support dignity, comfort, and informed decision-making, acting

Qualifications

• 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 with empathy
• Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy
• 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 the decision-making process
• Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination

Skills

RN license

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal communication

Active listening

Autonomy

Empathy

Job description

VITAS Healthcare is seeking an experienced Hospice Admissions Nurse in California to guide patients and families through hospice transitions with empathy and clinical excellence. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, educate on Medicare benefits, and coordinate admissions with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

As an RN with a valid license and at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice/palliative preferred), you will support dignity, comfort, and informed decision-making, acting