Hospice RN

KWZ Solutions; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay starting at $48

Meaningful patient relationships

Collaborative team environment

Purpose-driven work

Job summary

KWZ Solutions is seeking a compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager in Ames, IA. This field-based, full-time role focuses on delivering end-of-life care, coordinating across a multidisciplinary team, and advocating for patient and family goals.

You will manage caseloads, conduct assessments, and ensure plans of care align with comfort and dignity. Travel within ~60 miles, with an on-call rotation and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the State of Michigan.
• Experience in hospice, home health, palliative care, or related nursing.
• Proven patient assessment and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to hospice patients in home and community settings.
• Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments and update care plans as clinical needs evolve.
• Develop and implement individualized Hospice Plans of Care with physicians and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient assessment

Case management

Communication

Independent work

Travel

EMR familiarity

Education

RN license (MI)

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Hospice Case Manager

Location: Ames, IA

Work Type: Field-Based | Full-Time

Compensation: Starting at $48+/hour (Based on Experience)

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

On-call rotation: One weeknight and one weekend day or night every other week

Approximately six patient visits per day

Travel within approximately a 60-mile service radius

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to provide exceptional end-of-life care while serving as the primary clinical advocate for patients and their families.

In this role, you'll manage an assigned caseload, coordinate care across an interdisciplinary hospice team, and ensure every patient receives individualized, high-quality care that honors their goals, comfort, and dignity. This position offers meaningful patient relationships, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact during one of life's most important moments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to hospice patients in home and community settings.
• Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments and update care plans as clinical needs evolve.
• Develop and implement individualized Hospice Plans of Care in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Serve as the primary liaison between physicians, patients, families, and hospice team members.
• Coordinate care with Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, social workers, chaplains, and other support staff.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding medications, symptom management, oxygen therapy, wound care, hospice philosophy, and disease progression.
• Monitor pain management and symptom control while advocating for patient comfort and quality of life.
• Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to attending and hospice physicians.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely electronic clinical documentation.
• Conduct routine supervisory visits with assigned team members and support clinical excellence.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Follow infection prevention protocols and regulatory standards.
• Participate in the agency's on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings, complete required compliance training, and support continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.
• Previous hospice, home health, palliative care, or related nursing experience.
• Strong patient assessment and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Homecare Homebase (HCHB).
• Knowledge of Medicare hospice regulations and compliance standards.

Why This Opportunity

• Competitive hourly compensation beginning at $48+/hour
• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
• Purpose-driven work with a respected healthcare organization

Inclusive Workplace

Our client is committed to creating an environment where every employee is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration based on their experience, qualifications, and ability to provide outstanding patient care.