Hospice RN Case Manager – Compassionate Patient Care

Circle of Life; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle of Life in Fayetteville, AR seeks an RN Case Manager to oversee patient care for hospice clients across multiple territories, Mon–Fri 8:00–4:30. The role requires completing comprehensive assessments, coordinating services, and maintaining documentation per policy.

Strong communication with physicians and teams is essential. Applicants should hold an AR RN license and BLS, with hospice or related healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted AR RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong assessment skills with critical thinking and problem solving.
• Experience in hospice, home health, or acute care nursing preferred with computer charting experience.

Responsibilities

• Assumes primary responsibility for assigned patients and performs all phases of the nursing process.
• Communicates with physicians, staff, and other agencies to coordinate optimal care and resource use.
• Educates patients/caregivers about hospice philosophy, disease progression, and care plan.
• Documents all patient information per policies and procedures.
• Seeks input from IDT for patient POC and support.
• Reviews and updates the POC at least every 60 days.
• Attends IDT meetings and prepares for them.
• Assesses need for CNA services and conducts CNA supervisory visits.
• Revises the CNA care plan as needed.
• Informs PCM of issues related to patients/caregivers.
• Maintains annual clinical competencies.
• Identifies patients who may revoke or need discharge.
• Models punctuality and cost-effective use of time, mileage, and supplies.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Notifies about absences per policy.
• Promotes privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Communication

Documentation

Compassion

CNA coordination

Education

RN license (AR)

BLS certification

Tools

EMR / electronic charting

Job description

Circle of Life in Fayetteville, AR seeks an RN Case Manager to oversee patient care for hospice clients across multiple territories, Mon–Fri 8:00–4:30. The role requires completing comprehensive assessments, coordinating services, and maintaining documentation per policy.

Strong communication with physicians and teams is essential. Applicants should hold an AR RN license and BLS, with hospice or related healthcare experience preferred.