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Admissions RN - Part-time (Weekends)

VITAS Healthcare · Lombard, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$42–$45/hrPart-time

Why Hospice? Why VITAS?

Have you ever considered hospice as a clinical specialty—one that blends clinical 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.

What You’ll Do

  • Congduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility
  • Education 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
  • Caregiving 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

Special Instructions to Candidate

  • EEO/AA M/F/D/V

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