What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice position at Vitality Hospice?
Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice
Job Type: Full-Time | Travel Nursing
Schedule: 4-day workweek | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Three set days off each week (Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday).
Work Location: On the road (travel required)
Job Description
Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a compassionate and experienced Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to join our clinician-owned and operated hospice agency. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a supportive interdisciplinary team dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care.
We offer a positive, team-focused work environment where nurses are valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful difference for patients and families.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive hospice admissions and patient/family assessments
- Ensure accurate documentation and appropriate care planning
- Provide direct patient care as needed, including medication administration and treatments
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care
- Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease progression, symptom management, and hospice services
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (required)
- 1 year of skilled nursing experience preferred
- Hospice or admissions experience preferred (not required)
- Willingness to travel within assigned service areas
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto liability insurance
Pay & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support and retain hospice nurses.
Benefits include:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Supplemental insurances through Aflac
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- TapCheck (Pay-On-Demand Access)
- Referral bonus program
- Auto Service Discount Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Performance incentives
- Company appreciation events
- Continuing education & career advancement opportunities
Work Environment
- Medical Specialty: Hospice & Palliative Care
- Settings: Assisted living facilities, long-term care, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities
Join a team where compassion, purpose, and support come together. Apply today to become part of Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care.
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