RN / Registered Nurse - Hospice Admissions

Hospice of North Alabama • Decatur, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a dedicated Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse to serve patients referred for hospice care in the Morgan and Lawrence county coverage area. The role is based out of the Cullman, Alabama office and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The nurse visits patients in homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, and other settings to explain hospice services, discuss goals and care with patients and families, answer questions, obtain consent and legal documents, and assess hospice eligibility. The position coordinates the start of services and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team while maintaining accurate, timely documentation.

Hospice of North Alabama provides hospice services tailored to the needs of patients and families, with a focus on care in the home. The company describes the role as offering one-to-one patient care, flexible scheduling options, independent work supported by a team, and opportunities for advancement. Benefits may vary by employment status.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current licensure to practice in the state of operation.
• One year of hospice nursing experience required; experience in long-term care, intensive care, or an emergency room may be considered in place of hospice nursing experience.
• Licensed driver with an automobile insured according to state or organizational requirements and in good working order.
• Current CPR certification in states where required.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of hospice nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visit patients referred for hospice care in homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, and other settings.
• Explain hospice services; discuss goals and care with patients and families; answer questions; and obtain necessary consents and legal documents.
• Obtain medical history, current medications, and symptoms.
• Perform comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility under Medicare and insurance guidelines.
• Coordinate the start of services, including nursing, aides, equipment, and medications.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare.
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Access to wellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Job stability and regular advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time