Hospice Admissions RN — Compassionate Care Leader

VITAS Healthcare; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Stockton, CA is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with hospice. You’ll assess eligibility, educate families about Medicare benefits, and guide patients through admission with empathy.

The ideal candidate is a licensed RN with at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred) and strong clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• RN license required
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience; hospice/palliative preferred
• Strong communication and 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
• Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination

Skills

RN license

Hospice experience

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

VITAS Healthcare in Stockton, CA is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with hospice. You’ll assess eligibility, educate families about Medicare benefits, and guide patients through admission with empathy.

The ideal candidate is a licensed RN with at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred) and strong clinical judgment.