Hospice Admissions RN - Bridge Care & Families

VITAS Healthcare; Center Square (PA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Hospice Admissions Nurse serves as the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and the comfort of hospice, guiding patients and families through a major transition with clarity, empathy, and confidence.

You’ll conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility, educate families about services and Medicare benefits, collaborate with physicians and care teams, and initiate the admission process.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RN license in the state.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, hospice/palliative preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.

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

Nursing experience

Clinical assessment

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

VITAS Hospice Admissions Nurse serves as the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and the comfort of hospice, guiding patients and families through a major transition with clarity, empathy, and confidence.

You’ll conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility, educate families about services and Medicare benefits, collaborate with physicians and care teams, and initiate the admission process.