Patient Care Manager (RN)

Houston Hospice • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Houston Hospice is seeking an experienced, compassionate, results-driven Registered Nurse to provide clinical and operational leadership to an interdisciplinary hospice care team. The Patient Care Manager supports nurses, hospice aides, social workers, and chaplains in delivering quality, patient-centered care that respects the dignity and comfort of patients and supports their families. The role focuses on team development, clinical operations, regulatory compliance, collaboration, and strong patient outcomes.

The manager oversees admissions, assessments, individualized plans of care, care coordination, documentation, staffing, assignments, productivity, and resources. The position also leads interdisciplinary team meetings, supports continuous improvement, serves as a clinical resource for complex patient situations, and participates in the administrative on-call rotation. The role serves the Greater Houston community and requires travel throughout the service area.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• At least five years of management experience.
• Clinical experience in hospice, home health, or public health nursing.
• Strong leadership, coaching, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of federal and Texas regulations governing hospice care.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.
• Current CPR certification.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and required automobile insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area and participate in scheduled on-call coverage.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Management experience in hospice, palliative care, home health, or a related healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and support interdisciplinary team members while promoting accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Oversee patient admissions, ongoing assessments, individualized plans of care, and timely delivery of services.
• Monitor documentation, care coordination, and clinical outcomes for compliance with hospice regulations and organizational standards.
• Lead interdisciplinary team meetings and strengthen communication among staff, patients, families, and healthcare partners.
• Coordinate staffing, assignments, productivity, and resources while maintaining operational efficiency and budgetary expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, patient and family experiences, and team performance.
• Serve as a clinical resource, assist with complex patient situations, and participate in the administrative on-call rotation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, families, and colleagues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager