Hospice RN Case Manager

Empath Health; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & wellness

5+ weeks PTO

CEU support

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough, an Empath Health member, is seeking an RN Case Manager to join the Empath team. Monday–Friday daytime hours local to South Tampa, with direct patient care in homes and facilities.

You’ll build relationships with patients and families, coordinate care with the IDT, develop Plans of Care, and guide hospice patients through their journey. Requirements include an Associate’s degree in Nursing and Florida RN license; travel to patients’ homes is expected; Empath

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s degree in Nursing and Florida RN license.
• Minimum of one year related experience and/or training in a healthcare setting.
• Must have reliable transportation for field-based/home visits.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and perform age-specific assessments; initiate referrals and coordinate with IDT.
• Develop and update a Plan of Care with patient, family, IDT, attending physician and facilities.
• Provide continuity of care and direct patient care in homes and facilities.
• Supervise and document care provided by LPNs and Home Health Aides per policy.
• Administer and document medications as prescribed and teach patients/families.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN/ASN)

Job description

Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough, a member of Empath Health, is seeking an RN Case Manager to join the Empath team. Monday - Friday, daytime hours. Coverage area is South Tampa, providing direct patient care in private homes and facilities. As an RN Case Manager, you'll build meaningful relationships with patients and families, guiding them through their hospice journey with compassion, expertise, and dignity.

Since 1977, Suncoast Hospice has been honored to serve our neighbors across Pinellas and Hillsborough counties with compassionate end-of-life care. As part of Empath Health, we help those living with advanced illness find comfort, dignity, and meaning, while supporting their families and caregivers with guidance and care every step of the way.

What you'll Do

• Demonstrates the ability to obtain patient history, perform an age-specific physical, psychosocial and spiritual assessment and initiates appropriate referral, intervention and collaboration between the patient, family, Interdisciplinary team (IDT), physician and partnering facility (as applicable) following policy and practice guidelines.
• As RN Case Manager provides continuity of care, care coordination, identifies patient/family goals, develops a Plan of Care with patient, family, IDT, attending and physician, partnering facility and evaluates progress towards goals. The Plan of Care will be updated according to policy/guidelines and as needs change.
• Following a patient’s death, assists with closure contact and support in collaboration with IDT.
• Directs and supervises the care provided by the LPN and Home Health Aide following agency policy. Evaluates services provided by the Home Health Aide every two weeks with periodic on-site supervisory visits.
• Demonstrates the ability to administer, monitor and document medications as prescribed by attending physician. Uses age-specific care practices and provide appropriate patient/family teaching.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay:Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness:Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO:5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career:CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference:Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You’ll Need

• Education and/or Experience: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; Minimum of one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Florida license as a Registered Nurse
• Prefer one (1) year experience in an acute or post acute care setting
• For field-based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.

What You'll Find at Empath Health

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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