Admissions RN
Christmas, Florida
You'll act as the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and hospice, guiding patients and families through this transition.
Posted Aug 28
- Unit and setting
- ICU
- License
- RN license Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state licenseRN with a valid state license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- RN with a valid state license Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license
- Experience
- 2 years of nursing experience Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred)
- Also asks
- strong clinical assessment and critical thinking Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Also asks
- compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Also asks
- active listener who builds trust and rapport Active listener who builds trust and rapport
- Also asks
- guides others through uncertainty with empathy Confident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathy
- Also asks
- reliable, with strong follow-through and autonomy Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy
- Also asks
- patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort
Preferred
- Experience
- hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management experience
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Florida staff rolesFlorida staff postings that state pay run $27/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $32/hr to $44/hr, across 1,633 postings.
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility
- Day to day
- patient and family teaching on hospice services and Medicare benefits Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits
- Day to day
- working with physicians and case managers Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams
- Day to day
- emotional support and clinical guidance during hospice decisions Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during the decision-making process
- Day to day
- running the hospice admission from start to finish Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.
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Salary Range: $32-$40/Hour
Why Hospice? Why VITAS?
Have you ever considered hospice as a clinical specialty—one that blends medical expertise with deep human connection?
Just like cardiology or pediatrics, hospice is a specialty rooted in skill, compassion, and purpose. At VITAS, we’re redefining what’s possible in end-of-life care—one patient, one family at a time.
Rediscover the Heart of Nursing
You became a nurse to make a meaningful difference—to care, to educate, and to advocate during life’s most vulnerable moments. If the hospital’s fast-paced environment has left you feeling burned out or disconnected from your purpose, VITAS offers a path back to what matters most.
As a VITAS Hospice Admissions Nurse, you’ll be the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and the comfort of hospice. You’ll guide patients and families through one of life’s most important transitions with clarity, empathy, and confidence.
This isn’t just a job—it’s a calling.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility
- Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams
- Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during the decision-making process
- Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination
What We’re Looking For
Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred) Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills Compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Active listener who builds trust and rapport Confident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathy Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort
Why You’ll Stay
Mission-Driven Work
Feel deeply connected to the heart of nursing by helping patients and families understand why hospice is the right care at the right time.
A Balanced Pace, A Powerful Impact
Make a meaningful difference without the burnout of traditional bedside care. Your time and talent are respected here.
Supportive Leadership & Collaborative Culture
Work in an environment where your clinical voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your impact is recognized.
Opportunities for Growth
VITAS supports your professional development with ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Special instructions to candidate
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What's around it?
Christmas, FL
Living costs about 3% above the US average