Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) at Corus Health

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Judgment, Compassionate Communication, Patient Advocacy, Organizational Skills, Documentation Skills, Independent Work, Team Collaboration, Assessment Skills, Education Skills, Eligibility Evaluation, Care Planning, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Emotional Support, Crisis Management, Transportation, Healthcare Knowledge

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description About the Role As a Hospice Admissions RN at Corus Hospice, you play a pivotal role at one of the most meaningful moments in a patient and family’s journey. You are often the first clinical presence they encounter — the person who listens carefully, assesses thoughtfully, and helps families take the next step with clarity and compassion. This role blends strong clinical judgment with deep human connection. You’ll guide patients and families through hospice eligibility and enrollment, ensuring each transition is grounded in dignity, honesty, and respect. At Corus, we believe this work requires courage — and we’re committed to supporting the nurses who bring that courage forward every day. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive hospice admissions assessments, including physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs Evaluate hospice eligibility using clinical judgment, prognosis, and CMS criteria Educate patients and families on the hospice philosophy, goals of care, and available services Develop and initiate individualized plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and attending physicians Coordinate timely admissions by completing accurate documentation and communicating across providers and settings Serve as a clinical liaison with referral sources, facilities, physicians, and internal hospice team members Advocate for patient goals, preferences, and comfort throughout the admission process Requirements What We’re Looking For Current, unencumbered RN license in New Mexico Prior hospice experience required Strong clinical judgment with the ability to make confident eligibility and admission decisions Clear, compassionate communicator with patients, families, and providers Empathetic and emotionally grounded presence in urgent or sensitive situations Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong documentation habits Ability to work independently in the field while staying connected to a collaborative team Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance Why Join Us At Corus Hospice, you’re not working alone. You’re part of a supportive, collaborative team that understands both the weight and the purpose of hospice admissions work. Leadership is accessible, clinical backup is available, and expectations are clear — so you can focus on what matters most: patients and families. We offer: Competitive pay Supportive, engaged leadership A culture rooted in trust, integrity, and follow-through The opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a pivotal moment in people’s lives Corus Hospice is part of the CareM family, united by a shared mission: to bring out the courage in others. We believe courage shows up quietly — in steady voices, honest conversations, and nurses who take ownership of their work and follow through with care. If you find meaning in helping families navigate hard decisions with clarity and compassion, this is a role where your experience truly matters.

Responsibilities

The Hospice Admissions RN conducts comprehensive assessments to evaluate hospice eligibility and develops individualized care plans. They also serve as a liaison among patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure a smooth admission process.