RN Case Manager - Home Hospice
Company: Circle of Life
Location: Springdale
Posted on: February 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The RN Case Manager assumes
patient care responsibilities for individual patients including:
Completing comprehensive physical assessment, pain assessment and
management, symptom control management as it relates to terminal
illness, coordination of Circle of Life services to the
patient/family, completes required documentation (i.e. assessments,
care plans, clinical notes, agency tracking forms, etc.) In a
timely manner in accordance with COL policies, establishes a
therapeutic nursing relationship with the Hospice
patient/family/caregivers, provides weekend coverage and may assist
during times of excessive nursing absenteeism. Requirements :
Current unrestricted AR RN license, BLS certification, strong
assessment skills with critical thinking and high level of problem
solving within a healthcare facility. Strong documentation and
communication with the ability to stay calm and cope with human
suffering/emergencies. Prefer hospice experience, home health, or
acute care nursing experience with computer charting experience.
Assumes primary responsibility for assigned patients and performs
all phases of the nursing process. Communicates with attending
physicians, staff members, and other agencies as necessary to
coordinate optimal care and use of resources for
patients/caregivers. Educates patients/caregivers regarding hospice
philosophy, disease progression, physical components of care,
stages of dying, and other aspects of the POC as necessary.
Documents all patient related information according to policies and
procedures. Seeks input from IDT members regarding the patient POC
to obtain additional knowledge and support. Reviews and updates the
POC at least every 60 days per regulatory standards. Regularly
attends and participates in IDT meetings to ensure that the POC
reflects current patient care needs. Prepares in advance for IDT
meetings. Assesses need for Certified Nursing Assistant services.
Conducts CNA supervisory visits per regulatory standards. Asses the
need for and revises the CNA care plan. Informs the PCM of unusual
or potentially problematic patient/caregiver issues as identified.
Maintains annual clinical competencies. Identifies patients who may
potentially revoke or need to be discharged. Models prompt and
regular attendance. Exhibits cost effective use of time, mileage
and supplies. Demonstrates familiarity with and adheres to policies
and procedures, state, federal, and accrediting agency's
requirements. Provides notification of absence per policy. Promotes
and maintains respect for rights, privacy, and confidentiality of
others.
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