Registered Nurse, Hospice Admissions

AccentCare, Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Company 401(k) matching

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. in Newark, DE is seeking an experienced Hospice Admissions RN to join our team. You will assess patient and family needs, coordinate with physicians and the interdisciplinary group to implement the care plan and ensure smooth admissions.

The role requires an active RN license, hospice/home health experience, and willingness to serve on-call. You will work with EMR systems and MS Office, and a reliable vehicle is essential to access patient homes.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) of practice; associate degree preferred and CPR certification recommended.
• Nursing experience in hospice, home health, general medical-surgical, or population-specific care; willingness to serve on-call.
• Must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and the minimum required liability auto insurance.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems.
• Physically able to lift patients over 200 pounds (with assistance) and perform other physical movements.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family for physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs and collaborate to establish the plan of care.
• Initiate and maintain communication with attending physician, IDG, and other agencies to coordinate care and resources.
• Coordinate on-call or admissions assignments as directed.
• Document according to protocol and maintain up-to-date patient records reflecting current status.
• Provide education to patient and caregiver based on learning needs and plan of care.

Skills

Registered Nurse

CPR Certification

On-call

Communication

EMR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Nursing degree (ASN/ADN)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Position Type: Full-Time

Coverage Area:

Pay: $90,000 - $95,000 , based on experience Schedule:

What You Need to Know

Reimagining Your Career in Hospice

Caring for others is more than what you do — it’s who you are.At AccentCare, you’ll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You’ll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care.

We’re proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek — a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we’re building together.

Be the Best Hospice Admissions RN You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) of practice, with an associate degree preferred and CPR certification recommended (required for direct patient care in Georgia). Must meet state-specific regulatory requirements.
• Previous nursing experience in hospice, home health, general medical-surgical, or population-specific care (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics) is required, along with willingness to serve on-call.
• Must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and the minimum required liability auto insurance.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems. Must be able to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Physically able to lift patients over 200 pounds (with assistance), stand, walk, sit, stoop, and perform other physical movements frequently. Regular exposure to indoor environments, vibration, and moderate noise expected.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family for physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs and collaborates with patients and families, physician, and Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to establish the plan of care, implement interventions and/or evaluate care
• Initiate and maintain communication with attending physician, Medical Director, IDG, Team Director (TD), and IDG and other agencies to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient and family
• Especially, in the event of unusual or potential problematic patient and family issues
• Document according to protocol and maintain up‑to‑date patient records. Ensure plan of care problems, interventions, actions and goals reflect baseline, current, and ongoing status, and changes as they occur
• Participate in On-Call or Admissions assignment/rotation, as directed
• Provide education to patient and caregiver(s) as needed, based on knowledge needs and learning assessment, patient and family condition, in keeping with plan of care

Our Investment in You

Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well‑being. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

• At AccentCare, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.