Hospice Admissions RN

F3nomenal; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits: medical, dental & vision

PTO

401(k)

Weekday schedule

Supportive leadership

Team-oriented environment

Meaningful work

Job summary

Dependable Hospice is seeking an experienced Hospice Admissions RN to join our Tucson team. The role involves meeting with patients and families, completing assessments, and coordinating with the care team to ensure smooth admissions in home and community settings.

The ideal candidate will hold an Arizona RN license with at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience, plus familiarity with hospice care concepts.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Arizona Registered Nurse license.
• Must have at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Hospice, home health, palliative care, or community nursing experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS guidelines and hospice eligibility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive admission assessments in patients' homes and other care settings.
• Evaluate hospice eligibility and identify clinical needs.
• Educate patients and families about hospice services, benefits, and expectations.
• Coordinate with physicians, facilities, referral sources, and hospice team.
• Complete admission documentation accurately within required timeframes.
• Develop initial plans of care based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide education on symptom management, medications, equipment, and end-of-life care.
• Ensure medications, supplies, and equipment are arranged for admission.
• Offer compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
• Communicate critical information to the interdisciplinary hospice team.
• Maintain compliance with hospice policies and CMS requirements.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Communication skills

EMR experience

Home health awareness

End-of-life care knowledge

Education

Arizona RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Hospice Admissions RN

Dependable Hospice | Tucson, AZ & Surrounding AreasFull-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Be the Compassionate First Step in a Family’s Hospice Journey

Dependable Hospice is seeking an experienced and compassionate Hospice Admissions RN to join our Tucson team. This nurse plays an essential role in helping patients and families transition into hospice care with understanding, dignity, and support.

As an Admissions RN, you’ll meet with patients and families, complete clinical assessments, explain hospice services and benefits, and coordinate with physicians, referral sources, and our interdisciplinary team to ensure a smooth and timely admission.

Why Join Dependable Hospice?

• Competitive Compensation

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k)

• Monday–Friday Schedule

• Supportive, Experienced Leadership

• Collaborative Interdisciplinary Team

• Meaningful Work Supporting Patients and Families

What You’ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive admission assessments in patients’ homes and other care settings

• Evaluate patients for hospice eligibility and identify clinical needs

• Educate patients and families about hospice philosophy, services, benefits, and what to expect

• Review medical history, diagnoses, medications, and current care needs

• Coordinate with physicians, hospitals, facilities, referral sources, and hospice team members

• Complete admission documentation accurately and within required timeframes

• Develop initial plans of care based on patient needs and goals

• Provide education regarding symptom management, medications, equipment, and end-of-life care

• Ensure necessary medications, supplies, and durable medical equipment are coordinated for admission

• Provide compassionate emotional support to patients and families

• Communicate important clinical information to the interdisciplinary hospice team

• Maintain compliance with hospice policies, CMS requirements, and applicable regulations

What We’re Looking For

• Current, unrestricted Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience

• Hospice, home health, palliative care, or community-based nursing experience strongly preferred

• Knowledge of hospice eligibility and CMS guidelines preferred

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills

• Excellent communication and patient/family education skills

• Compassionate and comfortable supporting patients and families during end-of-life care

• Strong organization, documentation, and time-management skills

• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Schedule

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

This is a field-based position serving patients throughout Tucson and surrounding areas, with travel to patient homes, facilities, and other care settings as needed.

Join Dependable Hospice

For many families, the Admissions RN is their first introduction to hospice care. We’re looking for an RN who can combine strong clinical skills with compassion, patience, and the ability to help families feel informed and supported from the very beginning.

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