Hospice Clinical Liaison Registered Nurse

Addus Family Company seeks a Hospice Clinical Liaison Registered Nurse to build trusted relationships with hospitals, physicians, and families while coordinating seamless hospice admissions. In this field-based role, you’ll assess clinical eligibility, educate patients and caregivers on hospice services, and guide them through compassionate end-of-life care transitions. Working closely with our interdisciplinary team, you’ll support timely referrals, complete documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance. Join a mission-driven organization that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous learning while helping vulnerable patients remain safe and supported. Serve as primary clinical liaison between hospitals, physicians, facilities, and Addus hospice services Assess patients for hospice eligibility and coordinate timely admissions Educate patients, families, and referral sources on hospice philosophy and services Facilitate smooth care transitions from hospital or facility to home or hospice setting Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation and admission paperwork Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to develop initial care plans Promote Addus hospice services through outreach, presentations, and relationship-building Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and regulatory hospice guidelines Communicate changes in patient condition or referral status to clinical leadership Participate in ongoing training, quality initiatives, and performance improvement activities Hospice and palliative care knowledge Clinical assessment and triage Care coordination and discharge planning Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice regulations Relationship-building and referral development Patient and family education Time management and prioritization Interdisciplinary team collaboration Communication and presentation skills Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in practicing state Current BLS certification Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) certification preferred Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Experience with EMR systems Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice regulations