Hospice Patient Care RN Manager
About The Position
The Hospice Patient Care RN Manager oversees patient care activities and clinical operations to ensure high-quality, compliant hospice services. Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, this leadership role coordinates care, manages visit scheduling and referral triage, facilitates interdisciplinary care planning, and develops clinical staff. The manager ensures care meets applicable regulatory standards and company policies while supporting performance improvement, quality assessments, and operational efficiency. The position is with Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, which provides hospice, palliative, home health, and advanced illness management services. The role is described as safety-sensitive. The salary range is $78,590–$98,235 per year; compensation may vary based on factors including location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, and department equity.
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 compliance 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 patients’ emotional and clinical needs across varied 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, including presenting patient updates, reviewing charts, coordinating care plans, and documenting 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
- 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.
- Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
- Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and Joint & Spine Concierge Care.
- Education support and tuition assistance, including ASN to BSN and BSN to MSN.
- Free continuing education units (CEUs).
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
- Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
