Hospice Patient Care Manager

Angels Care; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

CEU portals access

Health, dental & vision benefits

Company matched 401(k)

Internal promotion opportunities

Job summary

Angels Care Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse Patient Care Manager (PCM) to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care within the hospice setting. You will review referrals, evaluate cases through visits and records, and help clinicians establish goals and care plans.

The role requires RN licensure, a BSN is preferred, and prior hospice or home care experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. Join a team committed to quality care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Hospice and/or home care experience helpful.
• Minimum 2 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of pain and symptom management; strong observation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage patient care for hospice cases.
• Review case information, home visits, conferences, and clinician services.
• Assess medical diagnoses, prognosis, medications, procedures, and clinical course.
• Assist clinicians in setting priorities and developing plans of care.
• Attend case conferences to coordinate care and discuss interdisciplinary input.
• Conduct quarterly record reviews and report findings to Clinical Director.
• Develop community health plans and participate in public relations and quality improvement.
• Perform additional duties as delegated by the Executive.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication

Observation & judgment

Pain & symptom management

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse - Patient Care Manager (PCM)

Angels Care Hospice

Why choose Angels Care Hospice?

Angels Care Hospice is different. Our nurses are not just another ‘employee number’ to us. We strive to be an industry leader and a destination for nurses who are looking for a long-term career with a company that supports them and their professional goals. With over 80 locations & growing, we are always looking for quality nurses to join our team.

Angels Care Hospice is Nationally Recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’!

What we offer:

• Generous Paid Time Off
  • The flexibility of our PTO plan allows you to set your own priorities & use it for any number of events in your life.
• Extensive Training
  • We encourage you to continue your professional development. Angels Care offers access to CEU portals at zero cost to you.
• Full Health, Dental, & Vision Benefits (Available 1st Month)
  • We offer comprehensive & competitive medical and dental benefits. There are multiple options for you to choose from so you can select a plan that works best for you.
• Company Matched 401(k)
  • We care about your financial well-being and help contribute & plan for your future retirement goals.
• Career Advancement
  • Angels Care has an ‘Internal Promotion’ first mentality. We want you to grow your career with us!

About the position:

The Registered Nurse Patient Care Manager is responsible for ensuring that patient care is coordinated and managed appropriately.

Job Functions:

• Receives case referrals & reviews available patient information related to case to determine hospice care needs.
• Evaluates each case through a variety of means such as home visits, conferences, record review and the services provided by clinicians.
• Reviews patient's medical diagnosis, prognosis, medications, procedures, and clinical course.
• Assists clinicians in establishing immediate and long-term therapeutic goals, in setting priorities, and in developing plans of care.
• Attends case conference meetings with hospice personnel to facilitate coordination of care and discussion of interdisciplinary group involvement.
• Conducts quarterly record reviews and communicates findings and recommendations to Clinical Director and hospice personnel.
• Assesses health needs of community and assists in the development of plan(s)/program(s) to meet needs.
• Participates in public relations and community activities.
• Promotes customer service orientation for all hospice personnel.
• Participates actively in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Performs other duties and activities as delegated by the Executive

Qualifications:

• Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing with a BSN degree preferred.
• Previous experience in hospice and/or home care setting.
• 2 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Has excellent observation, nursing judgment, and communication skills.
• Understands hospice philosophy and issues of death/dying.
• Has knowledge of the principles of pain & symptom management.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremploymentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.