Hospice Admissions Nurse

Lower Cape Fear LifeCare•Wilmington, NC

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lower Cape Fear LifeCare is an award-winning nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider serving families across southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina for over 40 years. They are committed to employee well-being and growth, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive culture. This role involves being the first clinical connection for patients and families beginning hospice services, handling assessments, coordinating care, and supporting patients in their homes or other care facilities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (AD, Diploma, or BSN)
Current RN license in North Carolina
At least 2 years of nursing experience – hospice or home care preferred
Strong communication and documentation skills
Comfortable spending long amounts of time in your car – you’ll be driving a lot.

Nice To Haves

hospice or home care experience

Responsibilities

Collaborate with external medical professionals and referral sources to organize and complete admissions into hospice care
Build positive relationships with referral partners to streamline the admission process and increase awareness of available services
Coordinate with outside vendors, such as transport companies or DME providers, to ensure smooth transitions into care
Complete initial assessments and plan of care documentation during admission visits (typically around 3.5 – 4 hours)
Clearly document eligibility for hospice based on clinical criteria such as: Uncontrolled pain, Advanced disease symptoms requiring increased support, Declining condition consistent with hospice guidelines
Provide education and support to caregivers and family members, including: What to expect at end-of-life, Medication guidance and symptom management, Recognizing changes in condition
Perform real-time documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance
Coordinate care with our Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), including physicians, nurse practitioners, RNs, social workers, chaplains, and CNAs
Communicate and carry out admission orders from NPs and MDs