Hospice Patient Care RN Manager

Heartland Hospice • St. Louis, MO

12d

About The Position

The Hospice Patient Care Manager oversees patient care activities and clinical operations to ensure high-quality, compliant hospice services. Reporting to the Executive Director or Administrator, this leadership role coordinates care, manages clinical workflows, and develops staff while upholding patient-care and regulatory standards. The manager also supports quality and performance improvement and operational efficiency at the assigned location.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• At least 3 years of direct patient care experience, including 2 years in a hospice or home-based care setting.
• Ability to apply hospice principles, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, including Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, and ACHC.
• Knowledge of and compassion for terminally ill patients and their families.
• Ability to lead a diverse care team and adapt to the emotional and clinical needs of patients from various backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Competency in clinical documentation and technology systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Previous leadership, team management, or supervisory experience in hospice or home health.
• Familiarity with EMR systems and telehealth platforms.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct patient care services to ensure high-quality hospice care.
• Manage visit scheduling, including reassigned, missed, declined, or rescheduled visits, using clinical judgment and priority.
• Triage incoming phone referrals and medical concerns in a timely, compassionate, and professional manner.
• Lead or facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings, present patient updates, review charts, coordinate care plans, and document meeting minutes.
• Mentor, train, and provide clinical support to associates, supporting their development, performance, and compliance.
• Ensure care delivery meets federal, state, and local regulatory standards and company policies and procedures.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, quality assessments, and operational efficiencies within the location.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• National and local recognition programs.
• Teammate Assistance Fund.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time associates.
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care, for full-time associates.
• Education support and tuition assistance, including ASN to BSN and BSN to MSN, for full-time associates.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for full-time associates.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree