RN Sr Patient Care Manager Hospice

Heartland Hospice • Buffalo Grove, IL

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About The Position

Lead Compassion. Inspire Excellence. Elevate Hospice Care. We are seeking a Senior Patient Care RN Manager to join our hospice team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, you will play a vital role in maintaining a high-performing hospice program by managing patient care activities, supervising clinical staff, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards. As a Senior Hospice RN Patient Care Manager, you will: Lead and support hospice patient care operations to ensure quality and compliance Supervise, teach, evaluate, and develop nursing and clinical associates Manage clinical and administrative workflows, including referrals, DME pickups, Medicare eligibility, insurance verification, and patient benefit tracking Coordinate and facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings to review patient care plans and update clinical documentation Oversee scheduling, visit assignments, and timely completion of patient visits Respond compassionately and professionally to referrals and clinical inquiries Serve as a liaison between clinical teams, leadership, and external providers Ensure adherence to hospice industry regulations including Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree accepted with relevant experience)
• Minimum 3 years direct patient care experience
• Knowledge of hospice principles, regulatory compliance, and managed care
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and healthcare software
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Ability to provide skilled nursing care as needed, including on-call responsibilities
• CPR certification

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• 2+ years hospice or home care experience
• Leadership experience in clinical supervision or program management
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification

Responsibilities

• Lead and support hospice patient care operations to ensure quality and compliance
• Supervise, teach, evaluate, and develop nursing and clinical associates
• Manage clinical and administrative workflows, including referrals, DME pickups, Medicare eligibility, insurance verification, and patient benefit tracking
• Coordinate and facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings to review patient care plans and update clinical documentation
• Oversee scheduling, visit assignments, and timely completion of patient visits
• Respond compassionately and professionally to referrals and clinical inquiries
• Serve as a liaison between clinical teams, leadership, and external providers
• Ensure adherence to hospice industry regulations including Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program and Resources
• 401k match
• PTO
• FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves
• Short/Long Term Disability
• HSA Contribution
• Mileage or Fleet Car Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)
• Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees