Hospice Admissions Nurse- RN

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice Admissions

Company: Capital City Hospice
Location: Central Ohio
Employment Type: Full-Time - 4 10-hour shifts including every other weekend

Job Summary

Capital City Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Hospice Admissions team. This role is responsible for conducting pre-admission assessments, educating patients and families, and initiating hospice care services. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, clinically strong, and committed to delivering high-quality end-of-life care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-admission evaluations to determine eligibility and appropriateness for hospice services
• Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, care options, and services
• Initiate admission process and obtain informed consent
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments
• Develop and implement individualized patient-centered care plans
• Provide interventions that support comfort, dignity, and quality of life
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to make independent clinical decisions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of quality assurance and performance improvement processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hospice or home health experience
• Experience with patient admissions and care planning

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective first of the month)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hospice certification support with salary increase
• Employee referral bonus program
• Merit-based increases
• Employee discount programs

Work Environment & Culture

• No on-call requirements
• Low patient caseloads
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Focus on work-life balance and employee well-being
• Mission-driven organization rooted in Ohio communities

About Capital City Hospice

Capital City Hospice is proudly Ohio-based and dedicated to serving Central Ohio communities. We prioritize patient and family-centered care, ensuring individuals receive support wherever they call home. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality hospice services while fostering a positive and rewarding work environment.

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