Hospice Admissions RN — Meaningful Patient Journey Start

Luna Del Valle HCS; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

LDV Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to join the clinical team in Albuquerque, NM. The Admissions RN will perform comprehensive assessments, coordinate with providers, and ensure a smooth transition into hospice services.

The ideal candidate is clinically confident, organized, and skilled at communicating with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current NM RN license.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong assessment, communication, organization, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive hospice admissions and initial nursing assessments.
• Evaluate patients to determine clinical needs and eligibility for hospice services.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to develop plans of care.
• Educate patients and families about hospice services, goals of care, medications, and support.
• Provide compassionate guidance to patients and families during transition to hospice.
• Assess symptoms and identify immediate care needs requiring intervention.
• Coordinate with providers, facilities, referrals, and hospice team members.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Ensure a smooth transition from referral to admission.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and team members.

Skills

Nursing licensure

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient communication

Care coordination

Education

RN license NM

Accredited nursing program

Job description

LDV Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to join the clinical team in Albuquerque, NM. The Admissions RN will perform comprehensive assessments, coordinate with providers, and ensure a smooth transition into hospice services.

The ideal candidate is clinically confident, organized, and skilled at communicating with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.