Hospice Admissions RN — Compassionate Care Navigator

VITAS Healthcare; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You’ll conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility, educate families about services and Medicare benefits, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure smooth admissions.

Qualifications

• RN with a valid state license (CA).
• Minimum 2 years of 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.
• Active listener who builds trust and rapport.
• Confident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathy.
• Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy.
• Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort.

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

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Empathy

Autonomy

Compassionate communicator

Job description

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

You’ll conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility, educate families about services and Medicare benefits, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure smooth admissions.