Registered Nurse

About the role

Ambercare Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our team in Belen, NM. In this rewarding role, you will provide expert clinical care and support to patients and families during some of life's most meaningful moments, helping ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Join a team that values personalized care, professional growth, and the opportunity to build lasting connections with patients, families, and the community we serve.

Ambercare is a leader in home health and hospice care throughout New Mexico, with over 20 years of trusted service. As part of the Addus HomeCare family, we serve thousands of patients across the region—combining heart, professionalism, and the highest standards of care.

Why Choose Ambercare Hospice?

• Monday-Friday daytime schedule with autonomy to manage and coordinate patient visits throughout the day
• Competitive pay plus mileage reimbursement
• High Need, High Impact: Hospice nurses are in growing demand nationwide
• RN case managers are among the most valued and respected roles in hospice care
• Career Growth Opportunities: 80% of our nurse leaders began their careers in field-based roles, reflecting our commitment to promoting from within
• Manageable Caseloads: We believe in quality over quantity—our average patient load is kept reasonable so you can focus on care

Responsibilities

• Assume primary responsibility for patient and family caseload, including assessment, determining eligibility, admission processing, planning, implementation, and evaluation phases of the nursing process
• Obtain data and assess necessary information from patient physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may impact the patient and family's needs and initiate intervention by other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Initiate communication with the attending physician, interdisciplinary team, and other agencies for the purpose of coordinating optimal care
• Provide regular visits to re-assess the patient's needs and update the plan of care
• Perform clinical pronouncement of death and provide support to the family
• Maintain accurate patient records, charts, progress notes, reports, and prepare care plans timely
• Supervise and document delivery of care by the Home Health Aide as required by Federal, State, and Company guidelines

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program
• Licensed as a registered nurse in the state of practice
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Knowledgeable of quality assessment and assurance procedures
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance

Benefits

• Full benefits starting the first of the month after hire, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hospice Certification bonus and salary increase
• Merit-based raises based on performance

Schedule

Monday-Friday daytime schedule with autonomy to manage and coordinate patient visits throughout the day.

Pay

Competitive pay plus mileage reimbursement.