Hospice Admissions RN: Compassionate, Impactful Care

VITAS Healthcare; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 83,097,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Boynton Beach, FL is seeking an RN Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with hospice services. You will conduct assessments, educate families, collaborate with clinicians, and guide the admission process with compassion.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, empathy, and autonomy, with schedule Sun-Thurs 1p-9:30p and Tues-Sat 1p-9:30p to support patient needs.

Qualifications

• RN with a valid state license.
• 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

RN License

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Autonomy

Empathy

Hospice experience

Job description

VITAS Healthcare in Boynton Beach, FL is seeking an RN Admissions Nurse to bridge hospital or community care with hospice services. You will conduct assessments, educate families, collaborate with clinicians, and guide the admission process with compassion.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, empathy, and autonomy, with schedule Sun-Thurs 1p-9:30p and Tues-Sat 1p-9:30p to support patient needs.