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Registered Nurse Admissions Hospice

Gentiva

Buffalo Grove, ILFull-time$80–100K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$80–100K/yr
Location
Buffalo Grove, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active RN LicenseCurrent CPR CertificationValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Hospice Admissions Nurse serves as an ambassador for hospice services, visiting patients and families in homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility and explain care options. The nurse guides families through admissions, coordinates transitions with referring clinicians and facility staff, supports care planning, and documents clinical findings. The role emphasizes compassionate communication and a smooth, timely start to hospice care.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hospice Eligibility AssessmentHospice Services EducationAdmissions GuidanceCare CoordinationNursing AssessmentCare PlanningClinical DocumentationCompassionEmpathyPatient-Centered CareAssessment SkillsCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsElectronic Medical RecordsCompliance DocumentationCase ManagementHealthcare Outreach

Qualifications

Active RN License1+ Year Nursing ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseAuto InsuranceReliable TransportationCurrent CPR Certification2+ Years Hospice or Related ExperienceBachelor's Degree and/or CHPN Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Open Doors to Care. Guide First Steps. Transform the Hospice Experience.

Are you a compassionate, experienced RN who loves making personal connections and helping patients understand their options at a vulnerable time? As a Hospice Admissions Nurse, you’ll be the face of our care—helping families say “yes” to compassionate end-of-life support when it matters most.

What You'll Do as a Hospice RN Admissions Nurse:

  • Report directly to the Admissions Manager and serve as a key ambassador for our hospice services

  • Visit patients and families in their homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility for hospice care

  • Explain hospice philosophy and services clearly, compassionately, and with clinical confidence

  • Guide patients and their loved ones through the admissions process, ensuring a smooth and supportive start to care

  • Collaborate with referring physicians, case managers, and hospital or facility staff to coordinate transitions of care

  • Use the nursing process to assess patient needs, support care planning, and document clinical findings

  • Build trust and provide emotional reassurance to patients and families as they make this important decision

  • Accurately complete required documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations

  • Work closely with the clinical and interdisciplinary team to ensure timely admissions and quality care handoff

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

Salary Range – $80,195 - 100,240

Full Time Employee Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Wellness Program and Resources

  • 401k match

  • PTO

  • FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves

  • Short/Long Term Disability

  • HSA Contribution

  • Mileage or Fleet Car Program

  • Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)

  • Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)

  • Tuition Reimbursement

About You

Qualifications - What You’ll Bring:

  • Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain)

  • 1+ year of general nursing experience

  • A hospice heart: compassionate, empathetic, and deeply committed to patient-centered care

  • Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills

  • Comfortable visiting patients in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or home settings

  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation

  • Current CPR certification

Preferred Experience (Not Required):

  • 2+ years of hospice, home health, healthcare admissions, or medical sales

  • Bachelor’s Degree and/or Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification

  • Background in case management, care coordination, or healthcare outreach

  • Experience with electronic medical records and compliance documentation

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):

  • Competitive Pay

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • National & Local Recognition Programs

  • Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

  • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

  • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Ready to Join a Team That Cares?

Apply now to become part of our Hospice Admissions Nursing team and help patients and families start their journey with compassionate support and clarity.

Legalese

  • This is a safety-sensitive position

  • Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

  • Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

  • We are proud to be an EEO employer

  • We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-142904 Category: Registered Nurses Position Type: Full-Time Company: Heartland Hospice

How this job compares

Set against the 1,218 open Hospice Nurse jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$80–100K/yr
  • Illinois median$78–90K/yr23 salary ranges
  • US median$80–97K/yr217 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $90K, is 3% above the Illinois median midpoint ($88K) — in the middle half of Hospice Nurse salary ranges in Illinois.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 40 open Hospice Nurse jobs in Illinois and 1,218 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Hospice Nurse postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (922 postings).
Education
23 of the 1,218 open Hospice Nurse jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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