Hospice Admissions RN — Compassionate Care Transitions

VITAS Healthcare; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare is seeking a Hospice Admissions Nurse (RN) to serve as the compassionate bridge between hospital/community care and hospice services. You will guide patients and families through the admission process, educating them on hospice options and Medicare benefits.

Ideal candidates have an active RN license, at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health, or case management preferred), and strong assessment skills with empathy and autonomy.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the state
• 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
• Active listener who builds trust and rapport
• Reliable professional with autonomy and follow-through

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

2+ years nursing

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Active listening

Empathy

Autonomy

Job description

VITAS Healthcare is seeking a Hospice Admissions Nurse (RN) to serve as the compassionate bridge between hospital/community care and hospice services. You will guide patients and families through the admission process, educating them on hospice options and Medicare benefits.

Ideal candidates have an active RN license, at least 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health, or case management preferred), and strong assessment skills with empathy and autonomy.