RN Admissions Weekend Track Community Hospice

RN Admissions- Hospice-Weekend Track - Eligible for Full-Time Medical Benefits

Schedule: Only Every Saturday and Sunday 7am - 7:30pm. No days during the week after training period

The Community Hospice is seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Weekend Hospice Admissions Team. This rewarding role focuses primarily on admissions to our Hospice Home Care program with cross-training opportunities to support admissions across other levels of hospice care.

Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of patients and families.

Why Join The Community Hospice

• Professional Growth
• Comprehensive orientation and onboarding program.
• Generous tuition assistance
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Supportive Culture and Collaborative interdisciplinary team.
• Strong leadership support and ongoing education.

Position Summary:

The Hospice Admissions RN is responsible for evaluating and admitting patients to hospice services in the home setting while ensuring a smooth transition into care. This role combines clinical expertise compassionate communication and coordination with physicians patients families and the hospice interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct hospice admissions for patients in their homes averaging two home admissions per day.
• Collaborate with community physicians and Hospice Medical Directors to confirm hospice eligibility.
• Complete comprehensive assessments of patient and family needs.
• Initiate the plan of care including coordination of: Medications Durable medical equipment and Medical supplies
• Coordinate care with social workers chaplains volunteers complementary therapists home health aides and other team members.
• Ensure a seamless handoff to the assigned Hospice Case Manager
• Accurately document assessments care plans and admission-related information.

Service Area & Travel:

What you will need:

• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
• Associates Degree in Nursing BSN preferred
• 1-2 years recent acute care RN experience
• Hospice experience a plus but not required.
• The RN must be able to communicate effectively verbally and written
• Valid Drivers License and Reliable vehicle
• High level of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients families physicians and coworkers

Training provided in end of life care.

Community Hospice provides a thorough orientation preceptors and a supportive work environment.

Apply today for more information.

Enhanced rate for weekend track: $57.90/hr

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.