Assistant RN Clinical Manager Hospice

VNA Health Group; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

VNA Health Group in West Orange, NJ seeks an Assistant RN Clinical Manager Hospice to support the Hospice team and oversee day-to-day clinical operations alongside the Clinical Manager. The role focuses on coordinating patient care and ensuring high-quality hospice services delivered at home or in community settings.

Ideal candidates are RNs with BSN, leadership experience, strong communication and computer skills, and a background in hospice or oncology.

Qualifications

• RN with BSN; oncology/hospice and palliative care certification preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience with community health, oncology, or hospice nursing preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Clinical Manager to support the day-to-day clinical operations of the Hospice team
• Assists with coordinating patient care and ensuring continuity of services for hospice patients and their families
• Provides clinical guidance and support to Hospice team members
• Assists with staff supervision in conjunction with the Clinical Manager and the organization’s managerial and leadership practices
• Helps monitor patient care needs, staff assignments, and overall team workflow
• Manages a caseload of hospice patients as needed
• Participates in team meetings and interdisciplinary coordination of care
• Supports community outreach activities to improve access to hospice care
• Adheres to agency infection control and safety policies
• Supports the organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of the position and maintaining positive working relationships with colleagues
• Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Team coordination

Education

BSN

Oncology/Hospice Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

MS Office

Job description

Transform Hospice with VNA Health Group

Assistant RN Clinical Manager Hospice – West Orange

Are you a passionate, experienced RN ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in hospice? Join VNA Health Group, where for over 100 years, we've been delivering compassionate, high-quality care right where it matters most, at home.

We’re seeking an Assistant RN Clinical Manager Hospice to join our team in West Orange, NJ. This position will work closely with the Clinical Manager to support the Hospice team, coordinate patient care, and assist with the day-to‑day clinical operations of the program.

The Assistant Clinical Manager will work together with the Clinical Manager to ensure patients and families receive high-quality hospice care while providing clinical guidance and support to the Hospice team.

Why Join VNA Health Group?

A Legacy of Care: Over a century of trusted healthcare in New Jersey and beyond.

Stability & Support: Work alongside experienced leadership in a mission-driven environment.

Impactful Work: Help support our Hospice team while making a meaningful difference for patients and families.

Responsibilities:

• Works closely with the Clinical Manager to support the day-to-day clinical operations of the Hospice team

• Assists with coordinating patient care and ensuring continuity of services for hospice patients and their families

• Provides clinical guidance and support to Hospice team members

• Assists with staff supervision in conjunction with the Clinical Manager and the organization’s managerial and leadership practices

• Helps monitor patient care needs, staff assignments, and overall team workflow

• Manages a caseload of hospice patients as needed

• Participates in team meetings and interdisciplinary coordination of care

• Supports community outreach activities to improve access to hospice care

• Adheres to agency infection control and safety policies

• Supports the organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of the position and maintaining positive working relationships with colleagues

• Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position

Qualifications:

• RN with BSN; oncology/hospice and palliative care certification preferred

• 2–3 years of experience with community health, oncology, or hospice nursing preferred

• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong computer skills

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Working Conditions/Physical Demand:

Working indoors/outdoors with clinical equipment and use of phone and computer; client/customer contact.

Compensation:

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is $84,000-$112,000. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.