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Gentiva

In-home hospice, palliative, and health services

Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeBrewer, ME, USA$82k - $92k

About the Job

Requirements

  • An active registered nurse license in the state of employment, or eligibility to obtain one.
  • At least 1 year of general nursing experience.
  • Ability to visit patients in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or home settings.
  • A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
  • Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

  • Visit patients and families in their homes, hospitals, or facilities to assess eligibility for hospice care.
  • Explain hospice philosophy and services clearly and compassionately.
  • Guide patients and their loved ones through the admissions process to ensure a smooth 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.
  • Provide emotional reassurance to patients and families as they make care decisions.
  • Complete required documentation accurately and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Work with the clinical and interdisciplinary team to ensure timely admissions and quality care handoff.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience in hospice, home health, healthcare admissions, or medical sales.
  • A Bachelor's degree.
  • Certification as a Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN).
  • A background in case management, care coordination, or healthcare outreach.
  • Experience with electronic medical records and compliance documentation.

About the Company

Gentiva

In-home hospice, palliative, and health services

Gentiva provides in-home hospice, palliative, and home health care through a nationwide network of locations. It delivers care by coordinating in-home visits from clinicians and therapists, including skilled nursing, therapy services, and pain and symptom management, with an Advanced Illness Management model for patients not yet eligible for hospice. Gentiva differentiates itself with an integrated in-home care platform and strategic growth through acquisitions, such as ProMedica’s home health, palliative, and hospice operations. Its goal is to help patients stay at home while receiving comprehensive care and to reduce avoidable hospitalizations for families and caregivers.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Founded
2004

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