Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Listed compensation
$55-$58/hr
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Job Description
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Lead with Compassion & Excellence in Hospice Care
Are you an experienced Hospice RN who thrives in leadership and is passionate about providing high-quality end-of-life care? We are seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager to oversee patient care, mentor interdisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with clinical best practices. This role is ideal for a skilled leader who excels in case management, team coordination, and regulatory compliance, all while delivering compassionate care to patients and families.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Oversight – Supervise, mentor, and ensure the competency of your assigned hospice care team, maintaining high standards of care.
Patient & Family Coordination – Serve as the team leader, providing direction and oversight to interdisciplinary team members.
Case Management – Oversee care plans, ensuring accurate evaluations, appropriate treatments, and optimal patient outcomes.
Clinical Oversight – Monitor and review patient care, ensuring compliance with Medicare and hospice regulatory standards.
Documentation & Compliance – Review and approve care plans within the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, ensuring accuracy and adherence to Medicare Conditions of Participation.
Quality Improvement – Participate in agency quality assurance initiatives, reviewing outcome data and driving performance improvements.
Interdisciplinary Team Meetings – Lead and coordinate team meetings with hospice clinicians and the medical director to ensure exceptional patient care.
Education & Mentorship – Provide ongoing training, guidance, and documentation support for hospice team members, assisting with orientation and performance feedback.
Regulatory Readiness – Assist the Director of Clinical Services (DCS) in maintaining compliance and survey readiness.
On-Call Leadership – Participate in an on-call rotation, ensuring 24/7 oversight of patient care and agency operations.
What to Expect in This Role
Extensive Travel & Home-Based Care
- Be prepared to travel several hours per day, covering multiple locations, with 1-10 home visits daily.
- Travel areas may vary and are subject to change based on patient needs.
- Deliver compassionate, hands-on care in diverse and unpredictable home environments.
- Work in varied weather conditions, including rain, snow, and ice, while navigating stairs, different housing structures, and unique living conditions.
- Utilize a tablet or laptop for real-time medical record documentation during each patient visit.
Management & Decision-Making
- Apply clinical expertise to make sound decisions that impact patient care.
- Solve moderately complex problems using experience, precedent, and sound judgment.
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to improve patient outcomes.
Knowledge & Skills You’ll Use Daily
- Extensive hospice and palliative care nursing knowledge.
- Ability to manage patient needs and interdisciplinary team functions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and EMR systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with patients, families, and caregivers in a compassionate and professional manner.
- Sensitivity to patient privacy, HIPAA compliance, and ethical care practices.
- Ability to adapt to the unique needs of each patient and family, ensuring they feel supported and valued.
- Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a health-related field.
- Clinical RN experience, with hospice or home health experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation, Local Coverage Determinations, and regulatory standards.
- Proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Licenses & Certifications
- Valid RN license in the state of practice.
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse certification preferred.
- Active BLS certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance for home visits.
Why Join Us?
- Lead a Team & Provide Direct Impact – Oversee patient care while mentoring a compassionate hospice team.
- Supportive & Collaborative Environment – Work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals who prioritize quality care.
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance – Enjoy the autonomy of home-based patient visits while making a difference.
If you are a hospice nursing leader ready to step into a high-impact, rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a team that is committed to exceptional hospice care and leadership.
- Hourly range for posted region
- $55—$58 USD
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid RN license and a bachelor's degree in a health-related field, with preference given to those with hospice or home health experience. Proficiency in EMR systems and a strong understanding of Medicare regulatory standards are required for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Hospice Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 31 active Nurse Case Manager listings this role was benchmarked against, 39% are remote, 55% have no call, 71% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $106k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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