Hospice Admission Nurse

Conduct comprehensive assessments and initial education for patients and families entering hospice care. Collaborate with physicians to determine eligibility based on prognosis, obtain required orders, and admit patients while securing informed consent. Administer immediate symptom management treatments and teach caregivers essential skills including pain control, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring. Develop the initial interdisciplinary plan of care, coordinate necessary equipment delivery, and manage the care plan until transition to Nurse Case Management. Participate in IDG conferences to ensure continuity of care and attend to patients at the time of death if occurring during visits. Uphold compliance with agency policies and procedures.