Hospice RN Case Manager

Trinity Health; Iowa; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Iowa is seeking a Hospice RN Case Manager to provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care for hospice patients and families. The role covers assessment, care planning, symptom management, and overall case management to ensure quality end‑of‑life care.

You will manage a hospice caseload, complete comprehensive assessments, coordinate with a wide interdisciplinary team, and educate families on disease progression and available hospice services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum one year of acute care nursing experience required.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a hospice patient caseload and serve as primary case manager.
• Complete comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate care with physicians, hospice aides, LPNs, social workers, chaplains, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Manage pain and symptoms using evidence-based hospice and palliative care practices.
• Educate patients and families on disease progression, end-of-life care, and available hospice services.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care conferences.
• Supervise Hospice Aides and LPNs, including required supervisory visits and care plan oversight.
• Support patients and families through grief, loss, and emotional transitions.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Acute care experience

Hospice care

Home health

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Hospice RN Case Manager

$10,000 sign on bonus

Position Summary

The Hospice RN Case Manager provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care to hospice patients and families. This role is responsible for assessment, care planning, symptom management, coordination of services, patient and caregiver education, and overall case management to ensure quality end-of-life care.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a hospice patient caseload and serve as primary case manager.
• Complete comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate care with physicians, hospice aides, LPNs, social workers, chaplains, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Manage pain and symptoms using evidence-based hospice and palliative care practices.
• Educate patients and families on disease progression, end-of-life care, and available hospice services.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care conferences.
• Supervise Hospice Aides and LPNs, including required supervisory visits and care plan oversight.
• Support patients and families through grief, loss, and emotional transitions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum one year of acute care nursing experience required.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred.
• Strong communication, assessment, and relationship-building skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work supporting patients and families during life’s most important moments.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact through compassionate hospice care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.