Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager – Hospice

Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager – HospiceMake a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families when it matters most. Ohio’s Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager to provide high-quality hospice care to patients and families throughout Licking, Muskingum, and portions of Knox County, including the Mount Vernon and Centerburg areas. This is a field-based nursing position serving patients in both private homes and care facilities. The RN Care Manager will oversee a caseload of approximately 25–30 patients and will play an important role in coordinating care, managing symptoms, supporting families, and helping patients experience comfort and dignity throughout their hospice journey. Position DetailsPosition: Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager Employment: Full-time Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Caseload: Approximately 25–30 patients Service Area: Licking, Muskingum, and portions of Knox County Areas Served: Includes Mount Vernon and Centerburg Patient Setting: Patient homes and healthcare facilities Weekend Requirement: Rotating weekends, approximately every 8th weekend Holiday Requirement: Participation in a holiday rotation Travel: Regular travel throughout the assigned service area is required About the RoleAs an RN Care Manager, you will serve as a primary clinical resource for your patients and their families. You will use your nursing expertise to assess patient needs, coordinate individualized care, manage symptoms, and communicate closely with the hospice interdisciplinary team. You will work with physicians, social workers, hospice aides, chaplains, and other care team members to make sure each patient's needs are understood and addressed. This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while providing skilled nursing care focused on comfort, quality of life, and the goals of hospice care. What You’ll DoManage an assigned caseload of approximately 25–30 hospice patients. Provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes and in healthcare facilities. Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized plans of care. Monitor patient conditions and recognize changes that may require adjustments to the plan of care. Assess and manage pain and other symptoms to promote comfort and quality of life. Coordinate care and communicate effectively with physicians and members of the interdisciplinary team. Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding disease progression, medications, symptom management, and available hospice services. Provide emotional support and serve as an advocate for patients and families. Communicate changes in patient condition and care needs to the appropriate members of the care team. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, medications, communications, and patient outcomes. Coordinate services and resources to support patients across home and facility settings. Follow applicable nursing standards, hospice regulations, organizational policies, and the established plan of care. Participate in weekend and holiday rotations as scheduled. Travel throughout the assigned service area to provide patient care. What We’re Looking ForRequired QualificationsGraduate of an accredited nursing program. Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio, in good standing. Current CPR certification. Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record. Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the assigned service area. Ability to safely drive in a variety of weather and road conditions. Ability to meet state-required automobile insurance requirements. Basic computer skills and ability to accurately document patient care. Successful completion of required pre-employment screening, including background check and drug screening. Preferred QualificationsTwo years of acute care nursing experience. Experience in hospice, palliative care, home health, community nursing, or a related setting. Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification. CHPN certification support and preparation are available for eligible employees. What We OfferAt Ohio’s Hospice, we believe that supporting our patients begins with supporting our team. We provide resources and opportunities designed to help our nurses grow professionally while doing meaningful work. Benefits and perks include: Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package Mileage reimbursement Company-provided technology Continuing education and professional development Support and preparation for hospice certification A collaborative interdisciplinary care team Opportunities for professional growth A supportive work environment where your clinical expertise and contributions are valued Join Ohio’s HospiceHospice nursing offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families. If you are an RN who values compassionate care, clinical excellence, teamwork, and meaningful patient relationships, we invite you to explore a career with Ohio’s Hospice. The Mission of Ohio’s Hospice is to celebrate the lives of those we have the privilege of serving by providing superior care and superior services to each patient and family. Ohio’s Hospice complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Ohio’s Hospice is proud to be Platinum Certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Ohio’s Hospice welcomes members of the LGBT community to join our team.