Registered Nurse Hospice Admissions

Overview

Sign-on Bonus Available

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:

• 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

Qualifications - 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, healthcare admissions, or medical sales• 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

Location

Heartland Hospice

Our Company

At Heartland Hospice, part of 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 health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.