RN Hospice Admissions

Overview

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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:

• 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

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: 2026-144108 Category: Registered Nurses Position Type: Full-Time Company: Heartland Hospice