Hospice Admissions Nurse – Be the Difference at Life’s Most Important Moments

Location: Tucson, AZ and Surrounding Areas

Company: Dependable Hospice

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time

Benefits: Competitive package, supportive team environment, and a career with purpose

At Dependable Hospice, we believe hospice isn’t the end of the story—it’s a time when comfort, compassion, and dignity matter more than ever. Our team is dedicated to guiding patients and families through this chapter with clarity, respect, and genuine care. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Hospice Admissions Nurse who shares our vision and wants to make every patient’s first step into hospice one of reassurance and support.

Why This Role Matters

As the first clinical face of hospice, you’ll be the steady presence patients and families lean on during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions. Your expertise will bring clarity. Your compassion will bring peace. And your care will set the tone for the entire journey ahead.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments to determine eligibility and needs—physical, emotional, and spiritual.

• Partner with physicians and care teams to coordinate smooth, timely admissions.

• Guide patients and families through what hospice is, what to expect, and how we’ll be there every step of the way.

• Develop personalized care plans that reflect each patient’s unique circumstances and wishes.

• Provide immediate symptom management and emotional support.

• Ensure documentation is clear, timely, and aligned with regulatory standards.

• Serve as a trusted, compassionate resource for patients, caregivers, and loved ones during a life-changing transition.

What We’re Looking For

• Current, unrestricted RN license in Arizona

• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience (hospice or home health preferred)

• Strong assessment and communication skills, with a gift for empathy and connection

• A calm, grounded presence that instills confidence in patients and families

• Organizational skills and EMR proficiency

• Familiarity with hospice eligibility criteria and CMS guidelines (preferred)

Why Dependable Hospice?

Here, your nursing skills aren’t just about charts and checklists—they’re about changing lives. You’ll join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and recognizes the impact you make every single day. With continuous training, a collaborative culture, and a shared mission of compassionate care, you’ll find a career that feels as meaningful as it is rewarding.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to use your clinical expertise to bring peace, comfort, and dignity to patients and families, we’d love to meet you. Submit your resume and a brief cover letter sharing why hospice care inspires you.