RN Hospice Hospital Liaison
Visiting Nurse Association Health Group, Toms River, NJ, United States
Position Summary
The VNA Health Group is seeking a compassionate and experienced full‑time Registered Nurse Hospice Liaison to join our dedicated Hospice Team. This vital role focuses on assessing patients for hospice eligibility, coordinating their transition to hospice care, and conducting patient admissions. As a frontline advocate for hospice services, you will foster continuity, collaboration, and trust among patients, families, and referring partners—all while supporting our mission of delivering patient‑and‑family‑centered care.
Location:
Toms River
Schedule:
Full Time
Why VNA Health Group?
With over 113 years of excellence in home and community‑based healthcare, VNA Health Group is a trusted organization committed to moving healthcare forward. We offer a supportive leadership team that values innovation, integrity, and a workplace where your contributions truly matter. As part of the VNA family, you’ll be part of a team that is redefining healthcare delivery with a focus on compassion and excellence.
Position Highlights
Serve as a bridge between healthcare providers and hospice patients to ensure compassionate, coordinated transitions of care
Conduct in‑home and facility‑based hospice admissions with clinical accuracy and sensitivity
Engage with the community and clinical partners to increase access and awareness of hospice care
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team committed to quality and comfort
Responsibilities
Support the organization’s mission by striving for excellence and fostering positive interpersonal relationships
Assess patient needs and provide counseling to patients and families during the hospice referral and admission process
Conduct comprehensive hospice admissions, including clinical assessments, eligibility verification, and documentation
Coordinate transition to hospice services to promote continuity of care
Establish and maintain liaison with physicians, external partners, and internal care teams
Monitor and support quality and appropriateness of services and programs
Conduct community outreach to enhance hospice awareness and accessibility
Assist in the development and implementation of a hospital discharge program at Community Medical Center
Adhere to agency infection control and safety protocols and organizational policies
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required
Active New Jersey RN license
Excellent clinical skills with experience in hospice and/or community health nursing
Experience conducting hospice or homecare admissions strongly preferred
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities
Excellent organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills
Strong computer proficiency, including MS Office Suite
Valid NJ driver’s license, personal vehicle, and proof of insurance
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
403B and 401a retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
Robust clinical support and leadership development pathways
Employee referral and recognition programs
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Partner
Working Conditions
Fast‑paced healthcare environment with frequent phone, scanner, email, and computer use. Requires use of fine motor hand movement and local travel via personal automobile.
Compensation
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the total compensation range for this position is USD $60,000.00 to USD $110,000.00. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. The total compensation range reflects the total package, including base salary, overtime, bonuses, add‑on incentives, special clinical compensation, retirement plans, and all other benefits.
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The VNA Health Group is seeking a compassionate and experienced full‑time Registered Nurse Hospice Liaison to join our dedicated Hospice Team. This vital role focuses on assessing patients for hospice eligibility, coordinating their transition to hospice care, and conducting patient admissions. As a frontline advocate for hospice services, you will foster continuity, collaboration, and trust among patients, families, and referring partners—all while supporting our mission of delivering patient‑and‑family‑centered care.
Location:
Toms River
Schedule:
Full Time
Why VNA Health Group?
With over 113 years of excellence in home and community‑based healthcare, VNA Health Group is a trusted organization committed to moving healthcare forward. We offer a supportive leadership team that values innovation, integrity, and a workplace where your contributions truly matter. As part of the VNA family, you’ll be part of a team that is redefining healthcare delivery with a focus on compassion and excellence.
Position Highlights
Serve as a bridge between healthcare providers and hospice patients to ensure compassionate, coordinated transitions of care
Conduct in‑home and facility‑based hospice admissions with clinical accuracy and sensitivity
Engage with the community and clinical partners to increase access and awareness of hospice care
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team committed to quality and comfort
Responsibilities
Support the organization’s mission by striving for excellence and fostering positive interpersonal relationships
Assess patient needs and provide counseling to patients and families during the hospice referral and admission process
Conduct comprehensive hospice admissions, including clinical assessments, eligibility verification, and documentation
Coordinate transition to hospice services to promote continuity of care
Establish and maintain liaison with physicians, external partners, and internal care teams
Monitor and support quality and appropriateness of services and programs
Conduct community outreach to enhance hospice awareness and accessibility
Assist in the development and implementation of a hospital discharge program at Community Medical Center
Adhere to agency infection control and safety protocols and organizational policies
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required
Active New Jersey RN license
Excellent clinical skills with experience in hospice and/or community health nursing
Experience conducting hospice or homecare admissions strongly preferred
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities
Excellent organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills
Strong computer proficiency, including MS Office Suite
Valid NJ driver’s license, personal vehicle, and proof of insurance
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
403B and 401a retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
Robust clinical support and leadership development pathways
Employee referral and recognition programs
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Partner
Working Conditions
Fast‑paced healthcare environment with frequent phone, scanner, email, and computer use. Requires use of fine motor hand movement and local travel via personal automobile.
Compensation
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the total compensation range for this position is USD $60,000.00 to USD $110,000.00. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. The total compensation range reflects the total package, including base salary, overtime, bonuses, add‑on incentives, special clinical compensation, retirement plans, and all other benefits.
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