Registered Nurse, Hospice Admissions

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness programs including EAP and a睡

Job summary

AccentCare is seeking an Admissions RN to join our hospice team in the Newark area. You will assess patients and families, coordinate with physicians and the IDG, and manage the plan of care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

The role requires an active RN license, hospice/home health experience, strong communication, and willingness to participate in on-call duties. A reliable vehicle and valid license are required.

Qualifications

• RN license in practice state; CPR recommended/required for direct patient care.
• Hospice/home health or med-surg experience required; on-call willingness.
• Must have reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and auto liability insurance.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; proficient with MS Office and EMR.
• Able to lift patients over 200 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and families; coordinate plan of care with IDG and physicians.
• Communicate with attending physician, IDG, and agencies to optimize care.
• Document per protocol; maintain up-to-date patient records and care plans.
• Participate in on-call or Admissions rotation as directed.
• Educate patients and caregivers based on learning needs and plan of care.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

On-call

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Vehicle and license

Lift 200+ lbs

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

EMR software

MS 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 potentially 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.