Hospice Admissions RN - Compassionate Care Navigator

VITAS Healthcare; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Glendale, CA is seeking an experienced RN Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with hospice. You’ll conduct comprehensive assessments to determine hospice eligibility and guide patients and families through one of life’s important transitions with clarity and empathy.

You will educate families about hospice services and Medicare benefits, collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, and coordinate the admission process with care and compassion.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred).

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

Registered Nurse (RN)

Education

RN license

Job description

VITAS Healthcare in Glendale, CA is seeking an experienced RN Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with hospice. You’ll conduct comprehensive assessments to determine hospice eligibility and guide patients and families through one of life’s important transitions with clarity and empathy.

You will educate families about hospice services and Medicare benefits, collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, and coordinate the admission process with care and compassion.