Case Management Nurse

Uplift Hospice; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate hospice care provider in Buckeye, Arizona is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to provide clinical care, emotional support, and guidance to patients and families during end-of-life care. This role requires at least 2 years of nursing experience, including hospice or palliative care, and involves close collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. You will manage patient caseloads and ensure quality of life for those served, making a meaningful difference at critical moments in life.

Qualifications

• Must have a current, unrestricted RN license.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of hospice patients.
• Conduct thorough initial and ongoing assessments.
• Deliver compassionate nursing care focused on pain management.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Empathy

Education

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license

2 years of clinical nursing experience

Tools

Electronic medical record (EMR) system

Mobile technology

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager – Hospice

About the Role

We’re seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to join our hospice care team. In this vital role, you’ll provide expert clinical care, emotional support, and guidance to patients and families navigating the end‑of‑life journey. You’ll coordinate care across an interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life for every patient we serve.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a caseload of hospice patients, serving as the primary nurse contact for patients, families, and caregivers.
• Conduct thorough initial and ongoing assessments to guide individualized care plans.
• Deliver compassionate, evidence‑based nursing care focused on pain and symptom management.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, and volunteers.
• Educate patients and families on medications, comfort measures, and the hospice philosophy.
• Document care promptly and accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and on‑call rotations as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably with 1+ year in hospice, home health, or palliative care.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with electronic charting and mobile technology.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if travel is required).

What You’ll Bring

• A deep sense of empathy and respect for patients and families.
• A passion for making a meaningful difference at life’s most tender moments.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a caring team.
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of clinical and ethical excellence.

Why Join Us

We believe hospice care is about more than medicine—it’s about compassion, dignity, and connection. As an RN Case Manager, you’ll have the autonomy to make a lasting impact on patients’ lives while being supported by a dedicated, mission‑driven team.

If you’re ready to bring heart and skill to hospice nursing, we’d love to hear from you.