Hospice RN Liaison - Admissions & Referral Expert

Gentiva; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

7 Paid Holidays

Education Support & CEU opportunities

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking an experienced Hospice Clinical Liaison to streamline intake and admissions, coordinate referrals, and strengthen relationships with hospitals, physicians, and discharge planners. You will educate patients and families on hospice care and ensure compliant documentation and payer requirements.

The role involves daily hospital/facility visits, collaboration with the care team, and ongoing outreach to expand referral networks. A licensed RN with hospice experience is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse with three to five years of hospice experience required.
• BSN with five or more years of hospice experience preferred.
• Minimum of three years of hospice experience required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and respond to referrals from hospitals, home health, physicians, case managers, SNFs and other professionals.
• Assess patient eligibility for hospice by reviewing medical records, clinical evaluations, and communicating with physicians/families.
• Educate patients and families on what hospice care includes, how it works, and why it matters with clarity and compassion.
• Complete necessary documentation and coordinate intake/admission, ensuring legal, clinical, and payer requirements are met.
• Serve as a liaison between referral sources and hospice care team for seamless handoffs and clear communication.
• Make daily visits to hospitals and facilities to stay connected with discharge planners, case managers, and physicians.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral partners and identify outreach opportunities to raise hospice awareness.

Skills

Hospice knowledge

Patient assessment

Documentation

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary communication

Referral networks

Compassionate care

Education

RN license

BSN (preferred)

CPR certification

Job description

Gentiva is seeking an experienced Hospice Clinical Liaison to streamline intake and admissions, coordinate referrals, and strengthen relationships with hospitals, physicians, and discharge planners. You will educate patients and families on hospice care and ensure compliant documentation and payer requirements.

The role involves daily hospital/facility visits, collaboration with the care team, and ongoing outreach to expand referral networks. A licensed RN with hospice experience is required.