Lead Hospice Admission Nurse (RN)

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Lead Hospice Admission Nurse (RN)

Location: La Crosse, WI

FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per two weeks)

Pay: Starting pay of 38.01/hour, with additional compensation based on experience

Shift: 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Holiday: Rotating every 3rd holiday

Call Schedule: Back up on-call every 20th week for evenings and nights

Join Our Dedicated Hospice Team

At Emplify Health by Gundersen, hospice care is about compassion, dignity, and support for patients and their loved ones during life's most meaningful moments.

We are seeking a Lead Hospice Admission Nurse (RN). As a Lead Hospice Admission Nurse, you will play a critical role in ensuring a smooth and efficient admission process for patients entering hospice care.

This position is primarily office-based and serves as the first clinical point of contact when a referral is received. The Lead Admission Nurse gathers and organizes all clinical information, prepares documentation, and ensures readiness for the admission nurse to visit the patient's home. This role works closely with the Intake Coordinator, who manages non-clinical aspects of care, to provide a seamless experience for patients and families during the transition to hospice services.

Why This Role Matters

• First Impressions Count: You'll set the tone for compassionate care from the very beginning.

• Drive seamless admissions: Your expertise ensures every detail is ready so the admission nurse can focus on patient care.

• Create confidence for families: By organizing and preparing everything clinically, you help families feel supported during a vulnerable time.

• Shape the patient experience: Your work directly impacts how quickly and smoothly patients receive the care they need.

• Collaborate for excellence: Partner with the Intake Coordinator to deliver a flawless transition from referral to bedside care.

What You Will Do

• Receive and manage initial referral calls for hospice admissions.

• Collect and review clinical information to prepare for patient admission.

• Coordinate with admission nurses to ensure all clinical documentation and requirements are complete prior to home visits.

• Collaborate with the Intake Coordinator to align clinical and non-clinical processes.

• Serve as a resource for clinical questions during the intake process.

What You Need

• Associate Degree in Nursing

• Minimum of 1 year RN experience, hospice experience preferred

• RN licensure to practice in Wisconsin upon hire

• RN licensure to practice in Minnesota within 3 months of hire

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

What You Will Get

• Gundersen's generous compensation and benefits package, including a top-rated retirement plan

• Growth opportunities and access to Gundersen's Career Development Center

• You will make a meaningful impact during a critical time in patient's lives

Ready to join us?

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter.

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest's most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

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