Hospice Admission Registered Nurse

Desert Valley Hospice & Palliative Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Desert Valley Hospice & Palliative Care in Arizona seeks a Hospice Admission Nurse to evaluate and admit patients to hospice care, assess medical conditions, and clearly explain services to patients and families.

You will collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other clinicians to develop individualized care plans, ensure all paperwork is completed, and provide comfort-focused, compassionate care during difficult transitions.

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license in Arizona with fingerprint clearance.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year of hospice RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and admit patients to hospice care.
• Assess medical condition and explain services to patients and families.
• Collaborate with providers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to create care plans.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed.
• Provide comfort-focused and compassionate care during transitions.

Skills

RN license (Arizona)

Fingerprint clearance

CPR

Hospice RN experience (1 year)

Job description

A Hospice Admission Nurse is responsible for evaluating and admitting patients into hospice care. They assess the patient's medical condition, explain hospice services to patients and families, and ensure all necessary paperwork is completed. This role requires strong communication skills, compassion, and clinical expertise to support patients during a difficult transition. Hospice Admission Nurses collaborate with providers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to create individualized care plans. Their goal is to provide comfort-focused care while addressing the emotional and medical needs of patients and families.
Must Have

• Current, active RN license in the state of Arizona, including fingerprint clearance, current CPR.
• One year of experience as a hospice RN.

Shift: Monday-Friday 0800-1700
Location: Maricopa County
Mileage reimbursement
Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits