Hospice Referral & Admissions Nurse

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Meaningful work

On-site hospital access

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Hospice Liaison Nurse to bridge patients, families and hospice teams. You will process referrals, assess eligibility, coordinate admissions, and support transitions from acute care to hospice, partnering with physicians, case managers, social workers and discharge planners.

This role emphasizes education, advocacy, and timely access to compassionate care. The position offers hospital-based work across multiple facilities with opportunities for professional growth and a

Qualifications

• RN licensure required.
• BSN preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Process hospice referrals and coordinate admission scheduling.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility and patient needs.
• Facilitate hospice admissions and ensure smooth transitions from hospitals and other healthcare settings.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, social workers, discharge planners, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Educate patients, families, and referral sources on hospice services, benefits, and eligibility requirements.
• Support discharge planning and help remove barriers to timely hospice placement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hospital staff, providers, and community partners.
• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, clinical standards, and organizational policies.
• Advocate for patients and families to promote comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
• Coordinate care to ensure exceptional patient and family experiences throughout the transition process.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Critical thinking

Diplomacy

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Travel flexibility

Education

RN licensure

BSN preferred

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Novant Health is seeking a Hospice Liaison Nurse to bridge patients, families and hospice teams. You will process referrals, assess eligibility, coordinate admissions, and support transitions from acute care to hospice, partnering with physicians, case managers, social workers and discharge planners.

This role emphasizes education, advocacy, and timely access to compassionate care. The position offers hospital-based work across multiple facilities with opportunities for professional growth and a