Vitas Healthcare

Admissions RN Exempt

Vitas Healthcare$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license
  • Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health, or case management
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and compassionate communication skills
  • Proficient in active listening and building trust
  • Ability to guide others empathetically through difficult decisions
  • Reliable with strong follow-through and autonomy
  • Committed to patient-centered care and dignity

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments for hospice eligibility
  • Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and physicians
  • Provide emotional support during the decision-making process
  • Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation

Benefits

  • Mission-driven work that connects you to the heart of nursing
  • Balanced work pace with reduced burnout compared to traditional bedside care
  • Supportive leadership that values your expertise and clinical voice
  • Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing learning
Full Job Description
Job Description

What You'll Do
  • Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility
  • Educate 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
  • Compassionate 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

Why You'll Stay

Mission-Driven Work

Feel deeply connected to the heart of nursing by helping patients and families understand why hospice is the right care at the right time.

A Balanced Pace, A Powerful Impact

Make a meaningful difference without the burnout of traditional bedside care. Your time and talent are respected here.

Supportive Leadership & Collaborative Culture

Work in an environment where your clinical voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your impact is recognized.

Opportunities for Growth

VITAS supports your professional development with ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE
  • EOE/AA M/F/D/V


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About Vitas Healthcare

Vitas Healthcare is a provider of end-of-life care services in the United States. The company was founded in 1978 by Hugh Westbrook and Esther Colliflower and is headquartered in Miami, Florida. Vitas Healthcare provides hospice care, palliative care, and related services to patients with life-limiting illnesses. The company operates in 14 states and the District of Columbia and has over 200 locations. Vitas Healthcare is committed to providing compassionate care to patients and their families and has been recognized for its high-quality services.
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Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2011

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