RN - Hospice Liaison (Hospital-Based) | Travel/Contract
Position OverviewWe are hiring an experienced Hospice RN Liaison to support hospital-based hospice referrals, assessments, and admissions. This role works closely with hospital care teams, physicians, and families to determine the appropriate level of hospice care and facilitate smooth transitions.
Key HighlightsSetting: Hospital-based (liaison + admissions)
Schedule: Monday-Friday (No weekends, No call, No holidays)
Traveler Friendly: First-time travelers accepted
Patient Load: ~2-3 patients/day
Coverage: Assigned to 1-2 hospitals per day
Facilities Covered (Aurora Network)May include:
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
Aurora West Allis Medical Center
Aurora Medical Center Grafton
Aurora Medical Center Hartford
Aurora St. Luke's South Shore
Aurora Medical Center Summit
Role ResponsibilitiesMonitor referral queues from hospitals and SNFs
Perform bedside hospice assessments
Recommend appropriate level of hospice care:
Routine hospice
General inpatient (GIP)
Respite care
Admit patients to hospice (including in hospital setting)
Educate patients/families on:
Collaborate with:
Physicians
Case managers
Hospital care teams
Patient Population
Requirements (MUST HAVE)
Core SkillsetStrong end-of-life symptom management (pain, SOB)
Expertise in hospice medications & education
Confident physician communication & collaboration
Deep understanding of:
Support Structure
Technology & Equipment
Travel & Floating
Orientation
ScheduleShift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Rotating day off each week
Occasional block scheduling possible (not guaranteed)
No weekends / No call / No holidays
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