Hospice RN Case Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing assessments of patient physical, emotional, psychosocial, and environmental needs
• Coordinate with physicians for certification and recertification of terminal illness in compliance with Medicare regulations
• Serve as the primary clinical contact for assigned patients, including care planning, symptom escalation, and advocacy
• Career with all providers and support systems to ensure seamless hospice services
• Develop and update individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary group
• Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with the plan of care and document interventions and outcomes promptly
• Ensure documentation supports regulatory, quality, and billing compliance requirements
• Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, medications, and hospice philosophy
• Supervise hospice aides and support the development and revision of aide care plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary group meetings and coordinate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and bereavement staff
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members and clinical leadership
• Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to urgent patient needs as required
• Escalate care needs to the medical director or covering provider as clinically indicated

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Associate’s degree or higher preferred
• Current RN license in the state of practice or valid multistate compact license
• Minimum of one (1) year of hospice, palliative care, or home health nursing experience preferred
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license required
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation accuracy, and communication skills
• Knowledge of hospice regulations and Medicare Conditions of Participation preferred
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across interdisciplinary teams
• Commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values

Compensation

The starting compensation for this position is $85,000 - $85,000 USD.