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LifeChoice Hospice and Palliative Care
Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN)
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$72,497 / year median in Illinois
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) Full-Time | $90,000-$105,000 | Deerfield, Skokie & North/Northwest Chicago Where Great Hospice Care Begins — With You. LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care is a nurse-led hospice with a 4.9-star Google rating , and we are continuing to grow. We are looking for an experienced Hospice Admissions RN who brings confidence, compassion, and strong clinical judgment to one of the most important moments in a family's hospice journey. This is more than completing an admission. You will often be the first nurse a patient and family meets. You will help them understand hospice, answer difficult questions, create trust, and make sure their transition into care feels organized, personal, and supported from the start. We are looking for someone who already understands hospice and is ready for a role with more impact, more ownership, and room to grow. What You'll Do As a Hospice Admissions RN, you will complete admissions in patient homes, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and other care settings throughout Deerfield, Skokie, North Chicago, Northwest Chicago, and surrounding communities . You will assess patients for hospice eligibility, complete clinical documentation, coordinate physician orders, communicate with the interdisciplinary team, and educate patients and families about hospice services, goals of care, and what to expect next. Most importantly, you will help families feel informed, respected, and supported during a difficult time. What Makes This Role Different We are growing, and we want nurses who are excited to grow with us. As a nurse-led organization, we understand the importance of strong clinical judgment, clear communication, and giving nurses the support and trust they need to do their best work. We value people who bring ideas, take ownership, improve processes, and care about both the clinical side of hospice and the experience families have with us. As LifeChoice continues to grow, strong performers may have opportunities to expand into mentorship, program development, additional responsibility, and future clinical leadership. What We Offer $90,000-$105,000 annually, based on hospice experience and qualifications, with full-time benefits eligibility Mileage and eligible toll reimbursement for work-related travel A growing, nurse-led hospice team with opportunities to help shape admissions, improve processes, and grow professionally What We're Looking For Active Illinois RN license with hospice experience required ; hospice admissions experience strongly preferred Strong clinical assessment, hospice eligibility, documentation, and goals-of-care communication skills Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with patients, families, physicians, facilities, and the interdisciplinary team Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and ability to travel throughout the assigned service area You'll Fit In Here If... You can walk into a difficult situation and help people feel calmer. You know how to explain hospice in a way families can understand. You are confident clinically but still lead with compassion. You move with urgency without making people feel rushed. You care about doing things well, not just getting them done. And you want to join a highly rated, nurse-led hospice where your experience can make a real difference as we continue to grow. Join LifeChoice LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care is built around compassionate, patient-centered care, strong communication, and treating every patient the way we would want our own loved ones treated. Our 4.9-star Google rating reflects the experience we work to create for patients and families every day. If you are ready for a hospice nursing role with more impact, more ownership, and more opportunity for growth , we would love to meet you. Apply today. LifeChoice Hospice & Palliative Care Respect | Integrity | Growth | Loyalty |