Hospice Admissions RN — Sign-On Bonus & Compassionate Care

Heartland Hospice; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Heartland Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Nurse. You will visit patients in homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility, explain services, and guide families through the admissions process, ensuring a smooth start to care.

This role requires an active RN license in the state of employment, 1+ year nursing experience, and strong communication skills. A hospice-centered mindset and current CPR certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain).
• 1+ year of general nursing experience.
• Hospice mindset: compassionate, empathetic, patient-centered.
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable visiting patients in hospitals, SNFs, or home settings.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Visit patients and families in homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility for hospice care.
• Explain hospice philosophy and services clearly and compassionately.
• Guide patients through the admissions process for a smooth start to care.
• Collaborate with referring physicians, case managers, and hospital staff to coordinate transitions of care.
• Document clinical findings and support care planning using the nursing process.
• Provide emotional reassurance to patients and families during decision-making.
• Complete documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Work with the care team to ensure timely admissions and quality handoff.

Skills

RN licensure

Compassionate care

Strong assessment skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Driving/transportation

Education

RN license—BSN preferred or CHPN certification

Job description

Heartland Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Admissions Nurse. You will visit patients in homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility, explain services, and guide families through the admissions process, ensuring a smooth start to care.

This role requires an active RN license in the state of employment, 1+ year nursing experience, and strong communication skills. A hospice-centered mindset and current CPR certification are essential.