Hospice Admissions RN - Compassionate Care Leader

VITAS Healthcare; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with the comfort of hospice. You’ll guide patients and families through this important transition with clarity, empathy, and confidence.

Be a Registered Nurse with an active state license and at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred). Strong assessment and listening skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• RN licensed with active state license.
• 2+ years nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred).
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal 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 decision-making.

Skills

RN License

Hospice experience

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Empathy

Autonomy

Patient advocacy

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

BSN preferred

Job description

VITAS Healthcare in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with the comfort of hospice. You’ll guide patients and families through this important transition with clarity, empathy, and confidence.

Be a Registered Nurse with an active state license and at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred). Strong assessment and listening skills are essential for this role.