Hospice Admissions RN — Meaningful, Collaborative Care

VITAS Healthcare; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Florida seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join our hospice team in Kendall. You will conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility and educate patients and families about Hospice benefits and Medicare coverage.

Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams, you will provide emotional support and clinical guidance during decisions.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid state license.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience; hospice/palliative preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking.
• Compassionate communicator with interpersonal skills.
• Active listener who builds trust.
• Autonomy with reliable follow-through.
• Patient-centered advocate focused on 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 decision-making.
• Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination.

Skills

RN license

2+ yrs experience

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Empathy

Autonomy

Patient advocacy

Job description

VITAS Healthcare in Florida seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join our hospice team in Kendall. You will conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility and educate patients and families about Hospice benefits and Medicare coverage.

Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams, you will provide emotional support and clinical guidance during decisions.