Admissions RN VITAS Healthcare
Why Hospice? Why VITAS?
Salary Range : $35 - $36 / Hour
Have you ever considered hospice as a clinical specialtyone that blends clinical expertise with deep human connection?
Just like cardiology or pediatrics, hospice is a specialty rooted in skill, compassion, and purpose. At VITAS, were redefining whats possible in end?of?life careone patient, one family at a time.
As a VITAS Hospice Admissions Nurse, youll be the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and the comfort of hospice. Youll guide patients and families through one of lifes most important transitions with clarity, empathy, and confidence.
What Youll Do
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility
- Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams
- Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during the decision?making process
- Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination
What Were Looking For
Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state licenseMinimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred)Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skillsCompassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skillsActive listener who builds trust and rapportConfident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathyReliable professional with strong follow?through and autonomyPatient?centered advocate committed to dignity and comfortSpecial Instructions to Candidate
EOE / AA M / F / D / VSeniority Level
Entry levelEmployment Type
Full?timeJob Function
Health Care ProviderHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at VITAS Healthcare by 2.
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