RN / Registered Nurse - Hospice Admissions

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Office Location: Huntsville, AL
Coverage area: Madison county

Schedule: Monday – Friday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity? Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice Admissions RN to join our team in  Huntsville, AL . Our hospice RNs provide expert, patient-centered care at a critical time in people’s lives. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! 

How YOU will benefit 

• Provide 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families 
• Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options 
• Less time on your feet compared to other settings 
• Ability to work independently while also having team support  
• Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company  

As a Hospice Admissions RN You will: 

• Visit patients (in homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, etc.) who are referred for hospice care
• Explain hospice services, discuss goals and care with the patient and families, answer any questions, and obtain necessary consents and legal documents
• Obtain medical history, current medications, and symptoms
• Perform comprehensive clinical assessments to determine eligibility for hospice based on Medicare/insurance guidelines
• Coordinate the start of services (nursing, aides, equipment, medications.)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation  

Benefits and Perks for You!

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!

*Benefits may vary by employment status

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with current licensure to practice in state of operation
• One year of hospice nursing experience required, 3+ years preferred or similar setting such as Long-Term Care, Intensive care, or Emergency room will be considered in place of hospice nursing experience
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order