Hospice Admissions RN — Guiding Patients & Families

VITAS Healthcare; Immokalee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Hospice is seeking a dedicated RN to join our Florida admissions team in Immokalee. As a Hospice Admissions Nurse, you will guide patients and families through the transition to hospice with clear, compassionate care and clinical confidence.

You’ll conduct eligibility assessments, educate about Medicare benefits, coordinate with physicians and care teams, and manage admission documentation, ensuring a smooth, patient-centered experience from hospital to home care.

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.

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

Compassionate communicator

Active listener

Empathy

Autonomy

Patient advocacy

Reliability

Education

RN license

Job description

VITAS Hospice is seeking a dedicated RN to join our Florida admissions team in Immokalee. As a Hospice Admissions Nurse, you will guide patients and families through the transition to hospice with clear, compassionate care and clinical confidence.

You’ll conduct eligibility assessments, educate about Medicare benefits, coordinate with physicians and care teams, and manage admission documentation, ensuring a smooth, patient-centered experience from hospital to home care.