Hospice Admissions RN: Meaningful Care & Growth

VITAS Healthcare; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Dublin, OH is seeking a registered nurse to provide expert hospice care and compassionate guidance to patients and families. You will conduct assessments, educate families about Medicare benefits, and coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

This role emphasizes emotional support, admission coordination, and advocacy for patient comfort, with at least two years of nursing experience in hospice, ER, ICU or home health preferred.

Qualifications

• RN with 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.

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

Nursing skills

Compassionate communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

VITAS Healthcare in Dublin, OH is seeking a registered nurse to provide expert hospice care and compassionate guidance to patients and families. You will conduct assessments, educate families about Medicare benefits, and coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

This role emphasizes emotional support, admission coordination, and advocacy for patient comfort, with at least two years of nursing experience in hospice, ER, ICU or home health preferred.