Hospice Admissions RN — Compassionate Care Navigator

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

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare is seeking an Admissions Nurse in Glendale, CA to bridge hospital or community care with hospice. You will guide patients and families through a major transition with clarity, empathy, and confidence.

Requires RN license and at least 2 years of nursing experience; you will educate families about hospice services and coordinate with physicians and care teams to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• RN license with valid state licensure.
• Minimum 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 the decision‑making process.
• Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination.

Skills

RN license

clinical assessment

critical thinking

interpersonal skills

active listening

autonomy

Job description

VITAS Healthcare is seeking an Admissions Nurse in Glendale, CA to bridge hospital or community care with hospice. You will guide patients and families through a major transition with clarity, empathy, and confidence.

Requires RN license and at least 2 years of nursing experience; you will educate families about hospice services and coordinate with physicians and care teams to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care.