Clinical Care Manager, RN - Hospice
VitalCaring Group · Selma, AL · 2 days ago
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About the role
Be a Steady Guide for Patients & Families
Promote clarity, compassion, and support during end-of-life care.
Lead the Plan of Care
Ensure every patient's care aligns with their goals, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Collaborate Across the Care Team
Work closely with physicians, social workers, chaplains, aides, and caregivers to deliver holistic hospice care.
Own the Clinical Picture
Connect referrals, providers, and care teams to ensure seamless, timely care.
Work-Life Balance That’s Real
A full-time salaried role with flexibility and 6 weeks of PTO.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee hospice patient care across the interdisciplinary team, including contracted providers.
- Serve as the central point of communication between physicians, caregivers, patients, and internal teams.
- Manage physician orders and ensure timely entry, approval, and alignment with the plan of care.
- Partner with Intake to support timely admissions and follow up on pending referrals.
- Continuously assess patient needs and ensure appropriate reassessment with any change in condition.
- Lead development, implementation, and updates of individualized hospice plans of care.
- Support patients and families through education, symptom management, and end-of-life care planning.
- Review clinical reports (occurrence, infection control, OnCall) and take appropriate action.
- Participate in and contribute to IDG meetings, supporting care planning and decision-making.
- Perform in-home visits as needed to support care delivery and team alignment.
- Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, documentation standards, and quality expectations.
- Identify trends or gaps in care and escalate to Branch leadership with recommendations.
Requirements
- Active RN license in state of practice.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
- Previous Hospice or Home Health experience required, with strong understanding of end-of-life care.
- 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or care coordination experience preferred.
- Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment.
- Strong clinical judgment, particularly in symptom management and patient comfort.
- Excellent communication skills - able to support patients, families, and care teams through complex and emotional situations.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification.
Qualifications
- Competitive Pay & Benefits
- Health & Wellness
- Pharmacy Benefits
- Virtual & Mental Health Support
- FSAs & HSAs
- Supplemental Health & Life Insurance
- Financial & Legal
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Referral Program
- Prepaid Legal Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition & Continuing Education Reimbursement
Pay
Competitive compensation package.
Schedule
Full-time salaried role with flexible schedule.