Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Nursing
Palliative Care Nurse, RN Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Healthcare Nursing
A Plus Hire Right Search Group | Full time
HOSPICE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSEDetroit, Michigan, United States | Posted on 09/29/2026
This is an outstanding opportunity for a hospice RN who values meaningful patient relationships, clinical autonomy, supportive leadership, and long-term career growth with a respected hospice organization.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse serves as the initial clinical point of contact for prospective hospice patients and their families throughout the Detroit,Michigan area.
In this role, you will evaluate patients for hospice eligibility, educate patients and families on hospice services and benefits, complete the admission process, and develop an individualized plan of care that ensures a seamless transition into hospice services.
The Admissions RN partners closely with physicians, referral sources, clinical leadership, and the interdisciplinary hospice team to deliver a timely, compassionate, and coordinated admission experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Evaluate prospective patients to determine hospice eligibility.
- Review diagnoses, medical history, current symptoms, functional status, and supporting clinical documentation.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, referral sources, patients, families, and caregivers throughout the admission process.
- Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, Medicare benefits, levels of care, and expectations.
- Guide patients and families through emotionally sensitive conversations with empathy, professionalism, and compassion.
- Complete all admission assessments, consents, clinical documentation, and required records accurately and efficiently.
- Develop individualized plans of care based on each patient's clinical condition, goals, symptoms, and immediate needs.
- Coordinate medications, durable medical equipment, supplies, and additional services to ensure a smooth transition into hospice care.
- Collaborate with the Clinical Manager and interdisciplinary team to facilitate seamless patient admissions.
- Communicate significant clinical findings and changes in patient condition to the appropriate team members.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with company policies, Medicare regulations, and all applicable standards.
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