Job Description

At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient and family we serve. Join a team where your work has purpose, and your growth is supported.

Hospice RN Case Manager (Registered Nurse) – Full Time

Monday–Friday schedule + rotating on‑call

Join a compassionate, patient‑centered hospice team where you can provide meaningful care and support to patients and families. Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a Hospice RN Case Manager to deliver skilled, personalized nursing care aligned with each patient’s goals and needs.

On-Call Schedule & Pay

• Participate in a 1-week on-call rotation approximately once per month
• On-call week runs Monday at 4:30 p.m. through the following Monday at 8:00 a.m.
• Receive on-call pay equivalent to 15 hours per day for simply being on call, even if you do not receive any calls or provide patient visits during that time.
• Additional compensation may apply for hours actively worked while on call, in accordance with company policy.

About the Role

The Hospice RN Case Manager is responsible for comprehensive nursing assessments, hospice admissions, care planning, and ongoing clinical oversight for hospice patients and their families. This role ensures high-quality, compassionate care while coordinating closely with the interdisciplinary team, managing an assigned caseload, and completing hospice admissions as needed to ensure seamless transitions into hospice services.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial, and environmental needs
• Coordinate with physicians for certification and recertification of terminal illness per Medicare regulations
• Serve as the clinical point person for assigned patients, including symptom escalation, advanced care planning, and advocacy
• Collaborate with all providers and support systems to ensure seamless, compassionate hospice care
• Develop and update individualized care plans with patients, families, and the IDG
• Provide skilled nursing care and document interventions and outcomes accurately and promptly
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory and billing compliance standards
• Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, medications, and hospice philosophy
• Supervise hospice aides and revise aide care plans as needed
• Participate in IDG meetings with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and bereavement staff
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team and clinical leadership
• Participate in the on‑call rotation and respond to urgent needs
• Escalate care needs to the medical director or covering provider when appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Associate degree or higher preferred
• Current RN license in the state of practice or valid multistate compact license
• Minimum one (1) year of hospice, palliative care, or home health 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
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values

The compensation range for this position is shown below and reflects the expected pay range for the role. Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is committed to transparency and equity in all compensation practices.

Final pay is determined based on factors such as experience, licensure, location, and business needs at the time of hire. Some roles may be eligible for additional compensation components consistent with Arc Hospice & Palliative Care practices.

Compensation

$80,000—$90,000 USD

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to join us in delivering compassionate, inclusive care. Explore the impact you can make with Arc Hospice today.