Hospice RN Admissions Nurse - Full-Time

The Staff Pad • Fort Worth, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hospice RN Admissions Nurse is the first point of clinical contact for hospice patients and their families, guiding them through the transition into hospice care. Reporting to the Managing Director – Hospice, the nurse completes comprehensive admissions and assessments, develops individualized plans of care, and collaborates with physicians, the interdisciplinary team, and referral partners to support a dignified and compassionate start to hospice care. The role includes completing 2–3 admissions daily or providing routine patient visits as needed, delivering skilled nursing care, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, and participating in a PRN emergency on-call rotation and crisis resolution.

This is a full-time, field-based position involving local travel, autonomous work, and a flexible schedule. The role requires the ability to stand, walk, lift and transfer up to 50 pounds, perform clinical procedures requiring manual dexterity, make clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, and work around potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, ADN, or BSN nursing program.
• Current Texas RN license.
• At least 2 years of RN clinical experience.
• At least 1 year of hospice experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Current TB testing and Hepatitis consent/declination documentation.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to adapt to changing field environments and schedules.
• Knowledge of state and federal hospice regulations.
• Strong communication, clinical decision-making, time management, adaptability, and emotional resilience.

Nice To Haves

• ER, OR, or Critical Care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive hospice admissions and nursing assessments.
• Develop and document individualized plans of care.
• Coordinate care with physicians, the interdisciplinary team, and institutional referral partners.
• Complete 2–3 admissions daily or provide routine patient visits as needed.
• Deliver skilled nursing care and ensure infection control compliance.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in a PRN emergency on-call rotation and crisis resolution for patient support.
• Support quality improvement and professional development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and mileage reimbursement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term and long-term insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Six paid holidays.
• Flexible days.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Education Reimbursement Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree