Hospice Admissions Nurse

Emunah Hospice of King David is seeking a new Admissions Nurse to join our growing Hospice Team.

We are very proud of our Emunah Hospice program which serves a majority of patients on our Beachwood King David campus as well as patients residing in the community within a limited range.

Our core values of excellence, compassion, integrity, service and stewardship create the highest standards of care for our residents, clients and guests. We seek those who share this commitment to guest service, accountability for attendance and punctuality and a dedication to continuous learning and growth.

A hospice admissions nurse is a registered nurse responsible for evaluating patients for hospice eligibility, coordinating the admission process, and ensuring a smooth transition into hospice care.

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Assessment & Eligibility

• Conduct comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and emotional assessments

• Determine eligibility for hospice based on criteria (often guided by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regulations)

• Collaborate with physicians to confirm prognosis (typically 6 months or less)

2. Admission Process

• Explain hospice philosophy, services, and goals of care to patients and families

• Obtain informed consent and complete admission paperwork

• Initiate the plan of care and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team

3. Care Coordination

• Communicate with doctors, case managers, hospitals, and families

• Arrange for equipment, medications, and initial visits

• Ensure continuity of care during the transition

4. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (Medicare, state laws, agency policies)

5. Patient & Family Education

• Educate on symptom management, disease progression, and what to expect

• Provide emotional support during a difficult transition

Qualifications

• Active RN license

• 1–2+ years of clinical nursing experience (often hospice, palliative care, ICU, or med-surg preferred)

• Strong assessment and communication skills

• Ability to handle sensitive conversations with empathy

Work Environment

• Home visits, hospitals, nursing homes, or hospice facilities

• Flexible or irregular hours (admissions can be urgent)

Skills That Matter Most

• Clinical judgment and critical thinking

• Compassion and emotional resilience

• Communication and teaching ability

• Time management and autonomy