Job Description
Job Title: Hospice RN / RN Case Manager
Location: California, USA
Position Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
As a Hospice RN / RN Case Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for patients and their families, guiding them compassionately through every step of their hospice journey. You will deliver skilled, hands-on nursing care based on individualized Plans of Care, whether in the patient’s home, assisted living, or other settings. Your expertise and empathy will ensure that patients receive the highest quality of care and support during a critical time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the main liaison for patients and families, providing guidance and support throughout the hospice experience.
- Deliver and document skilled nursing care according to each patient’s individualized Plan of Care.
- Perform initial and ongoing assessments to monitor patient conditions and adjust care as needed.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team—including physicians, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, chaplains, and others—to develop and refine personalized care plans.
- Provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones, including education, comfort, and bereavement guidance.
- Educate caregivers on safe and effective care practices, offering both practical training and emotional reassurance.
- Communicate important updates regarding patient conditions to the care team to ensure timely interventions.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation and adhere to infection control and compliance standards.
- Support organizational quality improvement and scheduling initiatives to ensure consistent, compassionate, and efficient care.
- Assist patients and families in understanding and navigating medication administration, hospice philosophy and services, symptom and pain management, and end-of-life processes.
Qualifications:
- Active RN license in the state of California (or eligibility to obtain).
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience in hospice, home health, ICU, oncology, geriatrics, or related nursing fields.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care.
- Comfortable providing care in diverse settings, including private homes and facilities.
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills, especially in emotionally sensitive situations.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
- CPR certification required.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
- Hospital RN experience (Med-Surg, ICU, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac).
- Admissions RN, wound care, float pool, or travel nursing experience.
- Experience supporting terminally ill patients or those with serious illnesses.
Company Culture & Benefits:
We are committed to fostering a supportive, compassionate, and collaborative work environment. Our team values empathy, integrity, and excellence in patient care. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.