Hospice Admissions Nurse

Advocate Aurora Health

. Responsible for admission to hospice services .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeLibertyville • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $38 - $57 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hospice and palliative care services, including patient assessments, interdisciplinary collaboration, and individualized care planning. Proficient in communication, documentation, and critical thinking to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with regulatory standards.

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Registered Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationPatient AssessmentInterdisciplinary CollaborationIndividualized Care Planning

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Hard Skills

Patient History AssessmentPhysical AssessmentDocumentation SkillsCritical ThinkingDecision MakingTime ManagementInsurance VerificationCare CoordinationHolistic Treatment PlanningEquipment Recommendation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsPrioritization SkillsAwareness and Perception Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Hospice ServicesPalliative CareInterdisciplinary Care TeamPatient Care ExperienceInformed ConsentMedicare EligibilityIndividualized Plans of CarePatient and Family InvolvementHolistic ApproachHealthcare Provider

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for admission to hospice services
Lead the interdisciplinary care team for assigned patients and families
Obtain patient history and complete physical assessments
Assess and evaluate appropriateness for hospice services and level of care
Collaborate with attending physician, medical director, and hospice interdisciplinary team
Explain hospice services to patients and families and obtain informed consent
Obtain and verify verbal certification of prognosis
Review insurance/Medicare eligibility and benefits and document data supporting billing
Assess patient and family readiness and develop individualized plans of care
Involve patients and families in planning and implementing care
Initiate referrals to other disciplines
Coordinate services and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for consistent patient care
Arrange and recommend equipment, medical supplies, medications, and other services
Facilitate appropriate placement in contracted hospice facilities when necessary
Communicate with the interdisciplinary team for handoffs
Implement multidisciplinary plans of treatment using an individualized, holistic approach
Develop and provide hospice education to inpatient hospital and facility staff
Act as an expert resource regarding hospice and palliative care services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA); may obtain within 6 months based on department discretion
A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles
Associate's Degree in Nursing
Typically requires 2 years of direct patient care experience
Excellent awareness and perception skills for assessing patient needs and recognizing changes in health condition
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent decision making and critical thinking skills, with ability to work independently and make sound judgments
Excellent prioritization and organizational skills
Excellent documentation, computer, and time management skills
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
Ability to travel to all areas within the Advocate Aurora service area in all extremes of weather and on all types of roads
Willingness to work occasional overtime if needed
Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities
Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluid hazards and must wear PPE as needed
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time benefits eligibility
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
No on-call requirements