What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Admissions RN position at Serenity Hospice and Home?
Hospice Admissions RN
Serenity Hospice and Home is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient-centered care and helping patients and families navigate one of life’s most important transitions, we would love to hear from you.
As a Hospice Admissions RN, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients and families receive a seamless, supportive, and compassionate transition to hospice care. Admissions, family meetings, and patient care may take place in our eight-bed inpatient unit or in patients’ homes.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
- Participate in the on-call team one Saturday and one Sunday every four weeks
- A scheduled day off before and after the on-call weekend
- Mileage reimbursement provided for authorized business travel
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments of patients referred for hospice services and determine their clinical needs for hospice admission.
- Coordinate and facilitate timely, compassionate hospice admissions in collaboration with physicians, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
- Participate in family meetings and provide clear, compassionate education regarding hospice services, the plan of care, medications, symptom management, and what families can expect.
- Develop individualized plans of care that reflect each patient’s goals, preferences, values, and clinical needs.
- Provide skilled nursing care and support to patients in their homes and, when needed, in our inpatient unit.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides, bereavement staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
- Respond to patient and family needs with compassion, professionalism, and clinical expertise.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
- Promote a positive hospice experience by advocating for patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in Illinois.
- Hospice or palliative care experience preferred, but not required.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to provide compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered care.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently in patients’ homes while also collaborating effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel within the service area.
Why Join Serenity Hospice and Home?
- Join a Joint Commission Accredited, 5-Star Rated hospice organization.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families every day.
- Work alongside a compassionate and supportive interdisciplinary team.
- Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Be part of a mission-driven, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care.
- Experience the rewards of helping patients live as fully and comfortably as possible while supporting the people who matter most to them.
If you are an RN who believes in compassionate, dignified, patient-centered care, we invite you to apply. Come make a difference with Serenity Hospice and Home.
Applications are available on our website at www.serenityhospiceandhome.org or by calling 815-732-4111 for more information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $72,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Oregon, IL 61061: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $72,000 - $75,000