Registered Nurse Admissions Hospice PRN

Overview

Open Doors to Care. Guide First Steps. Transform the Hospice Experience.

 

Are you a compassionate, experienced RN who loves making personal connections and helping patients understand their options at a vulnerable time? As a Hospice Admissions Nurse, you’ll be the face of our care—helping families say “yes” to compassionate end-of-life support when it matters most.

 

 

What You'll Do as a Hospice RN Admissions Nurse:

• Report directly to the Admissions Manager and serve as a key ambassador for our hospice services
• Visit patients and families in their homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility for hospice care
• Explain hospice philosophy and services clearly, compassionately, and with clinical confidence
• Guide patients and their loved ones through the admissions process, ensuring a smooth and supportive start to care
• Collaborate with referring physicians, case managers, and hospital or facility staff to coordinate transitions of care
• Use the nursing process to assess patient needs, support care planning, and document clinical findings
• Build trust and provide emotional reassurance to patients and families as they make this important decision
• Accurately complete required documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Work closely with the clinical and interdisciplinary team to ensure timely admissions and quality care handoff

About You

Experience - What you'll bring:

• Active RN license in the state of employment (or eligible to obtain)
• 1+ year of general nursing experience
• A hospice heart: compassionate, empathetic, and deeply committed to patient-centered care
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable visiting patients in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or home settings
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification

 

Preferred Experience (Not required):

• 2+ years of hospice, home health or healthcare admissions
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification
• Background in case management, care coordination, or healthcare outreach
• Experience with electronic medical records and compliance documentation

 

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay• 401(k) with Company Match• Career Advancement Opportunities• National & Local Recognition Programs• Teammate Assistance Fund

 

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

 

 

Ready to Join a Team That Cares?

 

Apply now to become part of our Hospice Admissions Nursing team and help patients and families start their journey with compassionate support and clarity.

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

 

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity.  Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

 

Salary Range – $73,930 - 86,925

 

Full Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program and Resources
• 401k match
• PTO
• FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves
• Short/Long Term Disability
• HSA Contribution
• Mileage or Fleet Car Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)
• Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Location

Gentiva Hospice

Our Company

 

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home h