Hospice Admission Nurse
About The Position
Envision Hospice is hiring a Hospice Admission Nurse to help patients and families begin hospice services with dignity, understanding, and confidence. This field-based role focuses primarily on admissions rather than managing an ongoing patient caseload. The nurse conducts comprehensive assessments, evaluates hospice eligibility, explains hospice services and care options, and coordinates with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to support a smooth admission and transition into care. When admissions are not scheduled, the nurse provides routine patient visits, including death visits, as needed. The position serves patients primarily throughout King County, Washington, with occasional travel to Snohomish, Kitsap, Pierce, and Thurston counties. Care takes place in private homes, adult family homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Compensation is $52.00–$63.00 per hour, based on relevant experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
Requirements
- Active RN license valid for practice in Washington State.
- Current BLS certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and full coverage auto insurance.
- At least 2–3 years of healthcare-related experience.
- Proficiency with EMR systems and healthcare technologies.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and work independently within the scope of practice.
- Compassionate, culturally sensitive approach to caring for diverse patient populations.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of hospice or home health nursing experience is preferred.
- Hospice or home health experience; qualified nurses from other clinical settings are also welcomed if they demonstrate strong assessment skills, sound clinical judgment, and interest in end-of-life care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive admission assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Evaluate hospice eligibility and coordinate admission requirements with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
- Educate patients and families about hospice philosophy, services, expectations, and available support.
- Develop initial plans of care based on patient needs and goals.
- Complete accurate and timely admission documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Communicate important clinical information to the assigned care team to support continuity of care.
- Provide routine nursing visits, including death visits, when admissions are not scheduled.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with HSA options
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental and life insurance
- Paid time off accruing at an equivalent of three weeks per year
- Six paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Mileage reimbursement for eligible business travel
- Company-provided scrubs
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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