RN Hospice Liaison & Admissions Champion

Korn Ferry; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + 7 Holidays

Wellness Programs

Education Support & CEUs

Company-paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking an experienced Hospice Clinical Liaison RN to ensure efficient intake and admissions, coordinate referrals, and support community awareness of hospice services. You will build strong relationships with hospitals, case managers, physicians, discharge planners, and the hospice team.

Daily hospital and facility visits, comprehensive documentation, and education for patients and families are required.

Qualifications

• Active RN license to practice in the state of employment.
• Three to five years hospice experience preferred.
• Minimum three years 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 records, conducting clinical evaluations, and communicating with physicians and families.
• Educate patients and families on hospice care, processes, and what to expect with compassion and clarity.
• Complete documentation and coordinate intake/admission to meet legal, clinical and payer requirements.
• Serve as liaison between referral sources and the hospice team, ensuring smooth handoffs and quick responses.
• Make daily visits to hospitals and facilities to maintain visibility with discharge planners, case managers, and physicians.
• Develop and maintain relationships with referral partners and identify outreach opportunities.

Skills

Hospice care

Patient assessment

Documentation

Team coordination

Communication

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Gentiva is seeking an experienced Hospice Clinical Liaison RN to ensure efficient intake and admissions, coordinate referrals, and support community awareness of hospice services. You will build strong relationships with hospitals, case managers, physicians, discharge planners, and the hospice team.

Daily hospital and facility visits, comprehensive documentation, and education for patients and families are required.