Hospice Transitions Nurse

Health Link; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Health Link is seeking a Transition Nurse to guide patients and families through the shift from home health care to hospice, delivering expert care with empathy and clinical proficiency.

The on-site role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, strong communication, and end-of-life care knowledge to support patients during the transition and ensure smooth continuity of care.

Job description

Are you a compassionate nurse with a passion for guiding patients through the delicate transition from home health care to hospice?

Health Link is seeking a Transition Nurse to provide expert care and support to patients and their families during this important stage of care. If you are clinically skilled and have a heart for end‑of‑life care, we’d love for you to join our team.

JOB REQUIRES TO BE ON-SITE

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate seamless transitions for patients moving from home health to hospice care.
• Collaborate with home health clinicians to identify patients appropriate for hospice care, ensuring timely transitions.
• Educate patients and families about hospice care, addressing concerns with empathy and understanding.
• Provide on-site informational sessions to patients, families, and caregivers to explain the hospice transition process and available resources.
• Educate home health care teams about hospice eligibility and ensure staff are well‑equipped to identify when hospice is the right option.
• Offer in‑services and workshops to raise community awareness about hospice care and its benefits.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to support patients during the transition.
• Perform comprehensive assessments of physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs during the transition process.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for patients and families, offering support, resources, and counseling.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments and communications per healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, with preference for home health, palliative, or hospice care experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to deliver compassionate care and education.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• In-depth knowledge of hospice and end‑of‑life care principles.

Pay Range

• RN: $55 to $70/hour
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching