Hospice Admissions Nurse

All Care VNA, Hospice & Private Home Care Services; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

403(b) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical, dental, life, &

Disability coverage

Job summary

All Care VNA, Hospice & Private Home Care Services in Somerville seeks a Hospice Admissions Nurse to evaluate hospice eligibility, coordinate admissions, and initiate high‑quality end‑of‑life care in patients’ homes. Responsibilities include in‑home assessments, admissions documentation, and collaboration with the care team to ensure timely service delivery.

The role demands strong clinical assessment, compassionate communication, and the ability to support patients and families during a

Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts RN license required.
• 1–2 years nursing experience; hospice, palliative care, or home health preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and symptom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in‑home assessments to determine hospice eligibility per Medicare guidelines.
• Complete admissions including clinical documentation, consents, and care planning.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and team members to facilitate timely admissions.
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and expectations.
• Develop and initiate individualized plans of care.
• Document accurately in the EMR/health record.
• Coordinate DME, medications, and initial services.
• Provide emotional support to patients and caregivers during admission.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and agency standards.
• Participate in on‑call rotation as required.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment

Communication skills

Independence

Caseload management

Education

Massachusetts RN license

Tools

EHR/EMR systems

Job description

Position Overview

All Care is seeking a Hospice Admissions Nurse who will be responsible for evaluating patients for hospice eligibility, coordinating the admission process, and initiating high-quality, patient-centered end‑of‑life care in the home setting. This role requires strong clinical assessment skills, compassionate communication, and the ability to support patients and families during a critical transition.

Location: Somerville
Schedule: Monday‑Friday
Work Location: On the road , all service area
Position Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in‑home assessments to determine hospice eligibility in accordance with Medicare and organizational guidelines
• Complete admissions, including clinical documentation, consents, and care planning
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to facilitate timely admissions
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and expectations
• Develop and initiate individualized plans of care
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Coordinate durable medical equipment (DME), medications, and initial services
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and caregivers during the admission process
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and agency standards
• Participate in on‑call rotation as required

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license is required
• Minimum of 1–2 years of nursing experience; hospice, palliative care, or home health experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and symptom management skills
• Knowledge of end‑of‑life care practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload
• Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems for documentation and communication

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Mileage reimbursement
• Generous earned time package
• Retirement planning: 403(b) savings plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, life, and disability effective on date of hire
• Pre‑tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for health care and dependent care expenses
• Access to personal wellness and financial support programs