RN Hospice Admission Nurse

UnitedHealth Group•Melbourne, FL

2d•$75,624 - $93,191•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Admissions Nurse position is based in Melbourne, Florida, and requires daily travel within the assigned territory. The nurse guides hospice patients and families through admission by assessing physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs and helping establish an individualized plan of care. The role collaborates with physicians, facilities, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate services, provide skilled interventions, and educate patients and caregivers. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with no weekends or on-call listed in the schedule description; the responsibilities section also states that on-call duties may be assigned. Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The posting describes a supportive, team-oriented environment, opportunities for professional growth, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. The advertised salary range is $85,000–$90,000 annually plus bonus opportunities; the posting also gives a full-time salary range of $75,624–$93,191 annually. Final compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, certifications, and local labor markets. Benefits mentioned include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Employment requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and passing a drug test before beginning work.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state(s) of assignment.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Current CPR certification.
At least 2 years of clinical RN experience in acute healthcare settings.
Current or previous admissions experience in hospice or home health.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Complete background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Comfort with daily travel between facilities.
Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Responsibilities

Coordinate hospice admissions by assessing patients’ initial physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
Coordinate establishment of the initial plan of care with the attending physician, medical director, and interdisciplinary team.
Provide skilled interventions and instructions to patients and caregivers to support symptom control and comfort under physician direction.
Serve as a liaison between disciplines and facilities during the admission process.
Develop, prepare, and maintain accurate, timely, individualized patient-care progress records according to policies; submit documentation according to care-center policy and record pain or symptom management changes and outcomes as appropriate.
Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in the patient’s condition or environment to the clinical manager, physician, and hospice care team.
Communicate with physicians about patient needs, report changes in condition, and obtain physician orders as required.
Perform on-call responsibilities and services to patients and families as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.