Hospice RN Admissions Nurse - Full-Time

The Staff Pad; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Education Reimbursement Assistance Program

Job summary

The Staff Pad is seeking an experienced RN Admissions Nurse to join a respected hospice provider in Fort Worth, Texas. This full-time role involves guiding patients through hospice transitions, completing admissions, and collaborating with doctors to ensure quality care.

You will need a current Texas RN license and at least two years of clinical experience, with hospice experience being a requirement. The job offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of RN clinical experience; 1+ year of hospice experience required.
• ER, OR, or Critical Care experience preferred; Current CPR certification.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive hospice admissions and nursing assessments.
• Develop and document individualized plans of care.
• Coordinate care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong communication

Clinical decision-making

Time management

Adaptability

Emotional resilience

Education

Graduate of an accredited Diploma, ADN, or BSN Nursing program

Current Texas RN license

Job description

Overview

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a respected hospice provider in the DFW Metroplex, seeking an experienced RN Admissions Nurse to guide patients and families through their transition into hospice care.

Reporting to the Managing Director – Hospice, the RN Admissions Nurse serves as the first point of clinical contact for hospice patients and their families. You will complete comprehensive admissions, develop individualized plans of care, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure every patient begins their hospice journey with dignity, compassion, and support.

Schedule: Full-Time

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive hospice admissions and nursing assessments
• Develop and document individualized plans of care
• Coordinate care with physicians, the interdisciplinary team and institutional referral partners
• Complete 2–3 admissions daily or provide routine patient visits as needed
• Deliver skilled nursing care and ensure infection control compliance
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation
• Participate in PRN emergency on‑call rotation & crisis resolution for patient support
• Support quality improvement and professional development
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, ADN, or BSN Nursing program
• Current Texas RN license
• 2+ years of RN clinical experience; 1+ year of hospice experience required
• ER, OR, or Critical Care experience preferred; Current CPR certification

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
• Current TB testing and Hepatitis consent/declination documentation
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Adapt to changing field environments and schedules
• Knowledge of state and federal hospice regulations
• Strong communication, clinical decision‑making, time management, adaptability, and emotional resilience

What You Can Expect

• Field-based role with local travel and PRN on‑call responsibilities
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and transfer up to 50 lbs
• Perform clinical procedures requiring manual dexterity
• Make sound clinical decisions in high‑pressure situations
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases
• Autonomous, field‑based work environment
• Flexible schedule with meaningful, patient‑focused work
• Competitive salary and mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and short term/long term insurance
• Generous paid time off, 6 paid holidays, flexible days
• Training and development opportunities
• Education Reimbursement Assistance Program

Location

Fort Worth, Texas

Call to Action

Be the Compassionate First Step in a Patient's Hospice Journey. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional hospice care and making a meaningful difference for patients and their families, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step in your nursing career.