Hospice Patient Care RN Manager

SouthernCare • Kokomo, IN

5d

About The Position

The Hospice Patient Care 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, supports staff development, and upholds patient-care and regulatory standards.

The manager oversees care delivery and visit scheduling, triages referrals and medical concerns, and leads or facilitates Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings. The role also provides mentoring, training, and clinical support to associates and contributes to performance improvement, quality assessments, and operational efficiencies.

This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits and, where applicable, state-specific requirements.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 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 while adapting 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 the delivery of 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

• 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.
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays.
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and 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.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed