The Hospice Liaison and Admissions Registered Nurse acts as a clinical ambassador, providing timely hospice consultations and completing admissions within hospital and skilled nursing facility settings. This role is responsible for strengthening referral partner relationships while ensuring clinical quality, responsiveness, and adherence to regulatory requirements for patient eligibility.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current Registered Nurse license in the state of practice and a valid Connecticut Driver's License. A minimum of 7 to 10 years of clinical nursing experience is required, along with strong assessment and communication skills necessary for independent work in facility settings.
Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Part-Time Hospice Liaison and Admissions Registered Nurse to join our Homecare department in Thompson, CT! This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000! Hours: 32 per week Shift: Days Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Weekends
Every third
Registered
Nurse
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Pharmacy Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off – Including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays
Educational Reimbursement
Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
Shift Differentials – Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
Career Pathways – Opportunities for clinical ladder advancement, internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
As the Hospice Liaison and Admissions Registered Nurse (RN), you will serve as a key clinical representative and ambassador for the hospice program within hospital and skilled nursing facility settings. This role is responsible for providing timely hospice consultations, completing admissions, and strengthening referral partner relationships, with performance measured through clinical quality, responsiveness, and care transition outcomes.
Registered
Nurse (RN)
Job
Responsibilities:
Clinical Consultation & Referral Support
Provide hospice consultations in hospital and skilled nursing facility settings
Support appropriate and timely hospice referrals through clinical assessment and education
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Shift Differentials
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Retirement Plan
Pet Insurance
Educational Reimbursement
Employee Perks
Pharmacy Plan
Career Pathways
Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
Serve as a clinical resource to physicians, case managers, social workers, and facility staff
Respond to consult requests within established service level expectations
Admissions & Eligibility Determination
Complete hospice admissions across assigned settings
Perform comprehensive eligibility assessments in compliance with Medicare and regulatory requirements
Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, Hospice Medicare Benefit, services, and care transitions
Assist with coordination of care transitions for patients moving to another level of care
Ensure accurate, timely, and complete admission documentation
Relationship Management & Ambassador Role
Maintain a consistent and professional presence within assigned hospitals and facilities
Build and sustain collaborative referral partner relationships
Model respectful, solution-focused, and patient-centered communication
Represent the hospice program with professionalism and clinical credibility
Collaboration, Quality & Program Growth
Collaborate with intake, case management, and hospice interdisciplinary teams
Identify barriers to timely admissions and recommend workflow improvements
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development
Ensure effective handoff communication to hospice care teams
Contribute to hospice census growth and program goals
Registered Nurse (RN) Education and Experience Requirements
Required
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License and proof of current insurance coverage required
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
Minimum of 7–10 years of clinical nursing experience
Strong assessment and communication skills
Ability to work independently in hospital and facility settings
Preferred
Hospice or palliative care experience
Acute care, case management, or SNF experience
Knowledge of hospice eligibility and Medicare hospice regulations
Why Choose Day Kimball Health?
The Care You Need.
Close to Home.
For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home.
As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families.
At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees.
We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference.
Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.
Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.
Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care?
Join our team as a Hospice Liaison and Admissions Registered Nurse and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference! #RegisteredNurse #Nurse #RN #HomeCareRN #HomeCareNurse #HospiceRN #HospiceNurse
