Hospital Plant Admissions Registered Nurse
VITAS Healthcareabout 1 year ago
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
At VITAS, you’ll be the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and the comfort of hospice, guiding patients and families through one of life’s most important transitions with clarity, empathy, and confidence. Rediscover the heart of nursing by reconnecting with your purpose and making a meaningful difference when it matters most. Work with a Compensation range of $37-$40/Hour and serve in one of our locations at 800 Prudential Drive Jacksonville, FL 32207 or 655 W. 8th St. Jacksonville, FL 32209.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (experience in hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health, or case management is 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 and addressing concerns with empathy
- Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy
- Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program
Required Skills
documentation
clinical assessment
interdisciplinary collaboration
communication
patient education
compassionate care