The Admissions RN is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present VITAS services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients. This role involves participation in the information gathering, analysis, education, and form completion aspects of the admissions process. The Admissions RN will evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness, including medical records review as requested, and obtain agreement for the admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria. Additionally, the RN will analyze data collected by the LPN to facilitate and obtain admission orders, build effective referral source relationships to support high quality and responsiveness expectations associated with VITAS, maintain clinical and professional competence, and take the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons. Utilizing interpersonal skills, the RN will help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patient’s family has concerning hospice and palliative care.