Hospice Admission Nurse

Description Location: King County, WA Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Compensation: $52.00–$63.00 per hour + Benefits Make a Difference From the Very First Visit. Meaningful Patient Care. No Ongoing Caseload. At Envision Hospice, we believe every patient and family deserves a compassionate, supportive introduction to hospice care.

Our Admission Nurses play an essential role in helping patients and their loved ones navigate this important transition with dignity, understanding, and confidence. Unlike traditional case management positions, our Hospice Admission Nurses do not manage an ongoing patient caseload. Instead, they focus primarily on admissions, comprehensive assessments, patient and family education, and helping ensure a smooth transition into hospice services.

When admissions are not scheduled, nurses support the clinical team by providing routine patient visits, including death visits, as needed. If you enjoy meeting new patients, educating families, and using your clinical expertise to make a meaningful difference, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for. Why Join Envision Hospice?

No ongoing patient caseload: Focus primarily on admissions and helping patients and families begin their hospice journey. Meaningful patient interactions: Take the time to educate, answer questions, address concerns, and provide reassurance during an important transition. Collaborative team approach: Work closely with clinical leadership, RN Case Managers, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.

Consistent weekday schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Competitive compensation: $52.00–$63.00 per hour, based on relevant experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Mileage reimbursement: For eligible business travel. Comprehensive benefits package: Medical with HSA options, dental, vision, supplemental and life insurance.

Paid time off (PTO): Accrual equivalent to three weeks per year. Six paid holidays 401(k) with company match Company-provided scrubs Supportive team environment: Collaborative care focused on patient dignity, comfort, and quality of life. What You Can Expect in This Role As a Hospice Admission Nurse, you will be one of the first members of our clinical team to connect with patients and families as they begin hospice services.

You will conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, evaluate hospice eligibility, review medical histories, explain hospice services, and help patients and families understand their care options. You will also coordinate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to support a seamless admission experience.

Your responsibilities

Conducting comprehensive admission assessments, including physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Evaluating hospice eligibility and coordinating admission requirements with physicians and the interdisciplinary team. Educating patients and families about hospice philosophy, services, expectations, and available support.

Developing initial plans of care based on patient needs and goals. Completing accurate and timely admission documentation within the electronic medical record. Communicating important clinical information to the assigned care team to ensure continuity of care. Providing routine nursing visits, including death visits, when admissions are not scheduled.

This is a field-based nursing position serving patients primarily throughout King County , with occasional travel to Snohomish, Kitsap, Pierce, and Thurston counties as needed. Care is provided in private homes, adult family homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities. Who We're Looking For We are seeking an experienced, compassionate RN who enjoys connecting with patients and families, has strong clinical assessment skills, and can confidently guide individuals through the hospice admission process.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently in the field, communicates clearly and compassionately, and understands the importance of creating a positive first experience for patients and their loved ones. We welcome nurses with hospice or home health experience, as well as qualified nurses from other clinical settings who demonstrate strong assessment skills, sound clinical judgment, and a genuine interest in end-of-life care.

Requirements

Active RN license valid for practice in Washington State. Current BLS certification. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and full coverage auto insurance. Minimum of one year of hospice or home health nursing experience preferred. Minimum of 2–3 years of healthcare-related experience required. Proficiency with EMR systems and healthcare technologies.

Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and work independently within the scope of practice. Compassionate, culturally sensitive approach to caring for diverse patient populations. Help Patients and Families Begin Their Hospice Journey With Confidence.

If you're looking for a nursing role where your experience, communication skills, and compassion can make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and learn more about joining Envision Hospice. #INDHP