RN/Hospice Nurse Case Manager

**Overview**

Join our compassionate healthcare team as an RN/Hospice Nurse Case Manager, where you will play a vital role in delivering personalized, quality hospice care to patients at the end of life. This dynamic position offers an opportunity to utilize your extensive nursing expertise, critical thinking, and case management skills to support patients and their families through one of life's most sensitive moments. You will coordinate comprehensive care plans, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure seamless service delivery in a patient-centered environment. Your dedication will help improve quality of life while respecting patient wishes and dignity.

**Duties**

* Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate clinical needs, physiological status, and psychosocial factors, ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health records (EHR).
* Develop and implement individualized hospice care plans in collaboration with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals.
* Manage clinical casework by coordinating services such as symptom management, medication administration, and discharge planning to optimize patient comfort.
* Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding disease progression, treatment options, and end-of-life preferences.
* Monitor patient vital signs, medication adherence, and overall condition regularly; adjust care plans accordingly to maintain optimal comfort levels.
* Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure clarity on care goals while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
* Oversee documentation of medical records, incident reports, and compliance with health regulation policies; ensure all activities meet regulatory standards.

**Requirements**

* Valid RN license with current registration; hospice or palliative care certification preferred.
* Proven experience in hospice or palliative care nursing
* Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and symptom management at end-of-life stages.
* Experience with electronic health records (EHR/EHR management systems) and familiarity with HIPAA compliance.
* Excellent patient assessment skills coupled with the ability to manage complex clinical cases effectively.
* Ability to collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary healthcare teams across inpatient, outpatient, home health, and post-acute settings.
* Knowledge of health regulation policies related to hospice care and managed care practices; familiarity with discharge planning processes is a plus.

Join us in making a meaningful difference by providing compassionate hospice care that respects each patient's dignity while supporting their loved ones through challenging times. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is encouraged.

Work Location: In person