Hospice Admission Nurse
Coordinate and complete compassionate hospice admissions by performing comprehensive nursing assessments and developing initial plans of care focused on comfort and dignity.
- Educate patients and families on hospice services and available support.
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate, patient-centered care.
- Facilitate smooth transitions from hospitals or home settings.
- Ensure accurate, complete regulatory documentation.
- Serve as a key clinical resource for admission processes and care coordination.
Qualifications & Skills
- Registered Nurse with strong assessment and clinical judgment skills.
- Effective communication and compassionate, patient-family education skills.
- Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and support continuity of care.
- Strong attention to detail for documentation and compliance.