Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

We understand the profound significance of each end-of-life journey. Our mission is to provide an empowering and dignified hospice experience for every patient we serve.

We are partnering with a well-established, multi-state hospice provider known for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care through interdisciplinary teams in both home and facility settings. This organization combines a supportive, team-oriented environment with the resources and stability of a larger healthcare platform.

We're seeking a dedicated Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team for a full-time position (40 hours per week).

Pay and Schedule

$40–$45/hour

Monday–Friday, 10:00am–6:00pm

• Some back-up on-call rotation
• Full-time, 40-hour work week
• Structured onboarding and training program
• Includes weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday)
• Includes holiday participation (minimum one summer and one winter holiday)
• $6/hour hold rate plus time-and-a-half for visits during call

Why This Role Stands Out

• Focus exclusively on hospice admissions and start-of-care visits
• Typically complete just 2 admissions per day
• Typical day includes approximately one hour of drive time
• 60% of visits are facility-based, supporting more efficient scheduling
• No ongoing caseload management
• Opportunity to build meaningful first connections with patients and families
• Strong interdisciplinary team support
• Dedicated scheduling assistance
• Structured orientation and mentorship program

Responsibilities

• Conduct hospice admission assessments in homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and other care settings
• Evaluate patient eligibility for hospice services in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and benefits
• Complete admission documentation and coordinate the transition to hospice care
• Develop initial plans of care and facilitate a seamless handoff to the RN Case Manager
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, aides, and clinical leadership
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation using Homecare Homebase
• Provide compassionate education and emotional support to patients and caregivers during the admission process

Territory

Coverage includes:

• York County
• Lancaster County

Patients are assigned geographically to promote efficient scheduling and travel.

This role includes a mix of home-based and facility-based hospice admissions throughout the service area.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement ($40/month)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Structured orientation and training program
• Tablet, supplies, and equipment provided

Requirements

• Active RN license
• At least one year of hospice experience
• Strong assessment and communication skills
• Ability to educate patients and families on hospice services
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Apply Today

If you're seeking a hospice nursing role focused on patient admissions, relationship-building, and helping patients and families navigate the transition to hospice care, we encourage you to apply and learn more.