Registered Nurse, Hospice Admissions
Alpha Home Health and Hospice · Norwood, MA · 5 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
As a Registered Nurse for Hospice Admissions, you will play a key role in ensuring patients receive compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care from the moment they enter our program.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive hospice admissions assessments
- Verify patient eligibility and obtain necessary consents
- Develop initial care plans tailored to patient needs
- Coordinate with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary team members
- Ensure safe medication management and effective symptom control
- Maintain accurate documentation in EMR systems
- Adhere to safety, quality, and regulatory standards
- Collaborate within a growth-oriented team environment
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication skills with patients and families
- Proficiency in EMR documentation
- Knowledge of hospice care standards and safety protocols
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team