RN | Registered Nurse Hospice Case Manager | Home Care

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Topeka, KS

20h

About The Position

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization in Topeka, Kansas, serving older adults and seriously ill individuals through hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and its PACE program. Its hospice home care program provides holistic, person-centered support to people facing terminal illnesses, with a focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. The RN Case Manager coordinates and delivers patient-centered end-of-life care. The role includes assessing medical needs, developing individualized care plans, and ensuring appropriate symptom management, medications, and therapies. The RN serves as a primary clinical liaison among patients, families, and the interdisciplinary hospice team; educates and supports families; helps them navigate complex medical decisions; and ensures compliance with regulatory standards while advocating for patients’ wishes. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is paid in two increments, at six months and one year of employment. Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment.

Requirements

Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
At least two years of nursing experience; acute care, home health, or hospice experience is preferred.
Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
Knowledge of end-of-life care, symptom management, and palliative care principles.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
Basic computer proficiency for electronic medical records and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Hospice or palliative care certification (CHPN or equivalent).
Experience in case management or care coordination.
Familiarity with hospice regulatory standards and compliance.
Experience providing patient and family education on end-of-life issues.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize complex tasks.
Compassionate and culturally sensitive approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ medical needs.
Develop individualized care plans.
Ensure appropriate symptom management, medications, and therapies to maintain comfort and dignity.
Serve as a primary clinical liaison between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary hospice team.
Provide education and emotional support to families.
Help families navigate complex medical decisions.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Advocate for patients’ wishes and enhance quality of life during hospice care.

Benefits

Health insurance options for employees and dependents.
Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions.
Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Days, and Taking Care of You Days.
Holiday pay for six holidays per year.
403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan with match.
Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000.
On-site education center for professional development and CEU credits.
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents.
Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations.
Uniform Allowance Program.
$3,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two increments at six months and one year of employment.