Afterhours RN Care Manager Hospice

Gentiva; Eveleth (MN); On-site; USD 71,450 - 89,335; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Gentiva in Eveleth, MN is seeking a dedicated Afterhours RN Care Manager to provide high-quality hospice care outside standard business hours. The role involves coordinating patient needs and delivering direct patient care during nights and weekends.

The ideal candidate must hold an active RN license, have at least one year of RN experience, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Full-time position offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of RN experience in acute care or hospice.
• Must meet any state-specific requirements.
• Active RN license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate hospice care after standard business hours.
• Assess and coordinate patient and family needs during after-hours shifts.
• Deliver direct patient care during on-call, weekend, and after-hours shifts.

Skills

Strong knowledge of hospice principles, Medicare/Medicaid regulations

Ability to conduct thorough patient assessments

Effective communication with patients and interdisciplinary teams

Proficiency with EMR systems and Microsoft Office

Leadership skills to guide field staff

Education

Current RN license in the state of employment

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

HomeCare HomeBase

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Expand Access. Support Families. Elevate After-Hours Care. Shift Schedule is one week on/one week off: Begins Friday evening and ends Thursday morning. We are seeking a dedicated Afterhours RN Care Manager to provide high-quality, compassionate hospice care outside standard business hours. This role ensures seamless coverage, continuity of care, and strong clinical management for patients and families during nights, weekends, and on-call hours.

About the Role

The Afterhours Care Manager RN is responsible for assessing and coordinating patient and family needs during after-hours shifts and maintaining primary clinical oversight for assigned patients. This includes routine visits, admissions, death visits, urgent after-hours calls, and any visit assigned per the patient’s plan of care. This role serves as an active member of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to ensure coordination between physicians, families, and the hospice team. Clinical administrative responsibilities, workflow auditing, and survey readiness support are also part of this role.

Essential Functions

• Ensure appropriate delivery of hospice services to eligible patients and families.
• Provide direct in-person patient care during on-call, weekend, and after-hours shifts, including assessments, admissions, routine visits, death visits, and live discharges.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
• Support the IDG process through chart reviews, plan of care updates, and interdisciplinary communication.
• Develop and revise the Hospice Plan of Care in collaboration with physicians and IDG members.
• Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, medications, and hospice philosophy.
• Communicate significant changes in patient condition promptly to hospice and attending physicians.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation including assessments, care plans, and notes.
• Assist with rescheduled, missed, or reassigned visit requests based on triage direction.
• Participate in calendar and scheduling modifications, including service codes and clinician assignments.
• Support administrative and compliance activities including workflow audits, survey readiness tasks, and documentation collection.
• Assist with TPE reviews, QAPI efforts, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure infection control standards and universal precautions are consistently followed.
• Provide leadership and guidance to field staff; conduct supervisory visits when appropriate.
• Participate in required meetings, after-hours updates, and trainings.
• Maintain proficiency in pain and symptom management for hospice and end-of-life care.
• Promote the organization’s core values and maintain a culture of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

Salary Range – $71,450 - 89,335. Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

Full Time Employee Benefits

• 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)
• Tuition Reimbursement

About You

Education and Experience

• Current RN license in the state of employment
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum one year of RN experience in acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or home health
• Must meet any state-specific requirements

Licenses and Certifications

• Active RN license
• CPR certification (in-person)
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance

Skills And Competencies

• Strong knowledge of hospice principles, Medicare/Medicaid regulations, and best practices
• Ability to conduct thorough patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills in a fast-changing environment
• Proficiency with EMR systems (HomeCare HomeBase preferred), Microsoft Office, and mobile technologies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate integrity, and support quality outcomes
• Leadership skills to support and guide field staff
• Ability to manage administrative, documentation, and compliance responsibilities accurately

Personal Traits

• Sensitivity to end-of-life needs and the emotional realities families face
• Flexibility to shift tasks and respond to urgent needs
• Professionalism, maturity, teamwork, and resilience under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse background

Benefits For All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem)

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits

• 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)

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet stage specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-137625

Category: Registered Nurse

Position Type: Full-Time

Company: Gentiva Hospice