Hospice Admissions Nurse – Boston Area
All Care VNA, Hospice & Private Home Care Services · Boston, MA · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
All Care is seeking a Hospice Admissions Nurse who will evaluate patients for hospice eligibility, coordinate the admission process, and provide high-quality, patient-centered end-of-life care in the home setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments to determine hospice eligibility in accordance with Medicare and organizational guidelines
- Complete admissions, including clinical documentation, consents, and care planning
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to facilitate timely admissions
- Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, services, and expectations
- Develop and initiate individualized plans of care
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Care for durable medical equipment (DME), medications, and initial services
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and caregivers during the admission process
- Maintain compliance with regulatory and agency standards
- Coordinate on-call rotation as required
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license is required
- Minimum of 1-2 years of nursing experience; hospice, palliative care, or home health experience preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and symptom management skills
- Knowledge of end-of-life care practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a caseload
- Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems for documentation and communication
Qualifications
- Competitive compensation
- Mileage reimbursement
- Generous earned time package
- Retirement planning: 403(b) savings plan with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, life, and disability effective on date of hire
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for health care and dependent care expenses
- Access to personal wellness and financial support programs
Schedule
Monday-Friday
Work Location
On the road in assigned territory, including Boston, Cambridge, and surrounding communities.