Registered Nurse (RN) Hospice Admissions Nurse

Clinical Careers Page(1 month ago)

Allentown, PAOnsiteFull TimeMedior$75,932 - $102,897 (estimated)Hospice Skilled Nursing

About this role

Hospice Admissions Nurse (RN) at Lehigh Valley Health Network performs initial patient evaluations to determine hospice appropriateness and ensures compliance with CMS HOPE data collection. The nurse develops individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and provides patient and caregiver education focused on end-of-life and palliative care. This full-time, day-shift clinical role supports hospice admissions across the LVHN service area and requires travel to patient homes.

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Required Skills

Initial Assessment
HOPE Data
Care Planning
Patient Education
Symptom Management
Pain Management
Hospice Eligibility
Team Collaboration
Clinical Documentation
Home Visits

Qualifications

Specialized Diploma Nursing
Associate’s Degree Nursing
Bachelor’s Degree Nursing
RN - Registered Nurse (PA)
BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
Driver's License (PA)
CHPN - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse

About Clinical Careers Page

lvhn.org

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a not‑for‑profit, integrated medical organization that provides comprehensive health care services to the Lehigh Valley and surrounding regions. LVHN operates hospitals, outpatient and urgent care centers, primary care and specialty practices, and offers advanced programs in areas such as cardiology, oncology, and behavioral health, alongside telehealth and rehabilitation services. The system combines clinical care with research, medical education, and community health initiatives to improve population health across its service area. Patients and partners rely on LVHN for coordinated, patient‑centered care and regional clinical expertise.

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