Compassionate Hospice Care Manager, RN

Vitalcaring-Group; South Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virtual & Mental Health Support

FSAs & HSA

Supplemental Health & Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Referral Program

Prepaid Legal Plans

Identity Theft Protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Tuition & Continuing Education Reimb.

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Clinical Care Manager (RN) – Hospice to guide patients and families through end-of-life care with empathy and clinical excellence. You will lead the Plan of Care, collaborate with physicians, social workers, and caregivers, and ensure timely coordination of services across the care team.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, compassionate communication, and a focus on comfort and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
• Hospice or Home Health experience required.
• 2+ years of leadership or care coordination experience preferred.
• Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Strong clinical judgment, particularly in symptom management and patient comfort.
• Excellent communication skills - able to support patients, families, and care teams through complex and emotional situations.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee hospice patient care across the interdisciplinary team, including contracted providers.
• Serve as the central point of communication between physicians, caregivers, patients, and internal teams.
• Manage physician orders and ensure timely entry, approval, and alignment with the plan of care.
• Partner with Intake to support timely admissions and follow up on pending referrals.
• Continuously assess patient needs and ensure appropriate reassessment with any change in condition.
• Lead development, implementation, and updates of individualized hospice plans of care.
• Support patients and families through education, symptom management, and end-of-life care planning.
• Review clinical reports and take appropriate action.
• Participate in IDG meetings, supporting care planning and decision-making.
• Perform in-home visits as needed to support care delivery and team alignment.
• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, documentation standards, and quality expectations.
• Identify trends or gaps in care and elevate them to Branch leadership with recommendations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Symptom management

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

VitalCaring is seeking a Clinical Care Manager (RN) – Hospice to guide patients and families through end-of-life care with empathy and clinical excellence. You will lead the Plan of Care, collaborate with physicians, social workers, and caregivers, and ensure timely coordination of services across the care team.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, compassionate communication, and a focus on comfort and quality of life.