Hospice Admissions Nurse: Patient Care Coordinator

Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute; Bestgate Terrace (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilchrist Hospice Care is seeking a Hospice Admissions Nurse to assess patients in their homes or hospitals and prepare them for entry into the full range of hospice services. The role reports to the Admissions Team Manager and emphasizes education for patients and families, with coordination across the care team to ensure smooth transition into hospice care.

Qualified candidates hold an MD nursing license in Maryland, with at least three years of nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Valid MD nursing license in Maryland.
• Three years of nursing experience required; hospice/home health preferred.
• Education includes Diploma, ADN or BSN from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial patient and family assessments for hospice eligibility and needs.
• Develop and implement the initial care plan with Medical Director approval.
• Provide direct nursing care to maintain high-quality patient care.
• Document findings and participate in discharge planning with care teams.
• Teach family members patient-care tasks and symptom management.
• Coordinate with home equipment, community resources, and agencies.
• Support Admissions projects and process improvements.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Infection control

Nursing skills

EMR navigation

Education

Diploma/ADN/BSN

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Gilchrist Hospice Care is seeking a Hospice Admissions Nurse to assess patients in their homes or hospitals and prepare them for entry into the full range of hospice services. The role reports to the Admissions Team Manager and emphasizes education for patients and families, with coordination across the care team to ensure smooth transition into hospice care.

Qualified candidates hold an MD nursing license in Maryland, with at least three years of nursing experience.