Hospice of South Texas·Victoria, Texas
Perform comprehensive hospice admission assessments and establish individualized plans of care for patients in their residences. Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team and educate families on disease progression and end-of-life expectations.
Hospice of South Texas (HOST) is seeking a compassionate and skilled RN Admission Nurse to complete hospice admissions and provide comprehensive skilled nursing care to patients in their place of residence. This role serves as a critical clinical liaison between patients, families, referral partners, and the interdisciplinary team, ensuring timely and appropriate admission, care coordination, and regulatory compliance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Admissions & Clinical Assessment Perform comprehensive admission assessments addressing physical, functional, psychosocial, spiritual, and environmental needs. Review referral and admission documentation for appropriateness and eligibility. Apply hospice admission criteria to determine level of care and patient eligibility. Assess caregiver readiness and immediate support needs upon admission. Establish individualized Plans of Care and recommend revisions as needed. Care Coordination & Patient Education Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team (IDT), physicians, and referral partners. Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, nutrition, self-care, and end-of-life expectations. Communicate changes in patient condition and care outcomes to appropriate team members. Determine scope and frequency of services based on acuity and patient/family needs. Documentation & Compliance Complete and submit all documentation timely per HOST policies and regulatory standards. Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with third-party payer requirements. Utilize electronic systems and organizational technology for accurate communication and documentation. Maintain infection control and standard precautions in all care activities. Professional Practice & On-Call Participate in assigned on-call rotation providing patient/family support. Demonstrate professional growth, competency, and adherence to hospice philosophy. Promote HOST administrative policies and standards of care. Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor of Nursing program Current Texas RN license Valid Texas Driver's License and reliable insured transportation CPR certification and Hepatitis consent/declination Strong interpersonal, communication, and assessment skills Ability to work independently in home-based settings Preferred Minimum two (2) years of RN experience in clinical care Hospice or home health experience Specialized training in palliative or end-of-life care PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Prolonged standing, walking, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to transfer and assist patients safely Exposure to home environments, infectious disease risk, and varying weather conditions Flexible scheduling with PRN emergency call responsibility Ability to work under time-sensitive and emotionally complex conditions Why Hospice of South Texas? Hospice of South Texas is proud to be a nonprofit leader in compassionate end-of-life care. We offer a supportive team environment, competitive compensation, excellent benefits and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day. Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, PTO, 401k, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, Educational Reimbursement.
Requires a nursing degree (Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor) and a current Texas RN license. Preferred candidates have at least two years of clinical experience, specifically in hospice or home health care.
Market context
Admissions RN roles in Texas are commonly tied to hospitals and health systems that need nurses who can assess patients quickly and coordinate safe intake. This role is competitive because it requires an associate degree, at least one year of nursing experience, a current Texas RN license, BLS certification, and de-escalation training. Review the posting closely and confirm your license, certifications, and intake or triage experience before applying; the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time.
