Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse

Reports To: Director of Clinical Services

About Luminary Hospice:

At Luminary Hospice, we are a mission-driven organization that empowers our team members to shape our culture in order to allow them to provide the highest quality support to patients and families throughout their entire end-of-life journey.

Our mission is to deliver personalized care that radiates compassion and preserves dignity for all that we are honored to serve on their end-of-life journey. We are centered on caring for the whole person – with expert medical care, pain management as well as emotional and spiritual support along with resources, information, and emotional support for families and caregivers.

About the role:

Our Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse serves as the first clinical point of contact for patients and families entering hospice care. This role is critical in guiding families through the decision-making process, delivering compassionate education, and ensuring timely and smooth transitions into care. With empathy, clinical expertise, and strong communication, the Admissions Nurse helps patients feel informed, supported, and comforted from the very beginning.

Job Responsibilities:

• Respond to hospice referrals with urgency, compassion, and professionalism

• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments to determine hospice eligibility based on regulatory and clinical criteria

• Provide education and support to patients and families about the hospice philosophy, services, and care expectations

• Obtain informed consent and initiate the hospice plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team

• Coordinate seamless admissions, including transition of care from hospital, facility, or home settings

• Communicate effectively with referral sources, physicians, and care partners to ensure understanding and alignment

• Document all assessments, communications, and decisions in the electronic health record (EHR) in real time

• Serve as a trusted clinical guide during a highly sensitive and emotional time for families

• Maintain flexibility to support same-day and after-hours admissions, as needed

Job Qualifications:

1. Current and unrestricted RN license in the state of Ohio

2. Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience, with strong assessment and critical thinking skills

3. Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation

4. Ability to work independently in the field

5. Strong interpersonal communication skills

6. Empathy and emotional intelligence in difficult conversations

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Luminary Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All employment decisions at Luminary Hospice are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

Compensation and Benefits:

Luminary Hospice offers a competitive compensation package, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings options, and more. Our benefits are designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term financial goals.