Hospice Admission Nurse
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care by completing comprehensive hospice admission assessments and supporting the transition to hospice.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough hospice admission evaluations for patients.
- Educate patients and families on hospice services, expectations, and available support.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
- Coordinate hospice admissions from hospitals, clinics, and home settings.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and complete accurate, timely documentation.
- Support symptom management during the admission and transition process.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Registered nurse with strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients and families.
- Experience working collaboratively within interdisciplinary care teams.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and documentation standards.
- Strong organizational skills and commitment to safe, quality patient care.