Hospice RN Case Manager: Compassionate Patient Care Leader

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care in Dallas is seeking a Hospice RN Case Manager to deliver skilled, patient‑centered nursing care aligned with each patient’s goals. You will coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, high‑quality hospice services.

This full‑time role includes initial and ongoing assessments, care planning, on‑call rotation, education for families, and regulatory‑compliant documentation, with an annual salary range of $85,000–$95,000.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Current RN license in the state of practice or valid multistate compact license.
• Minimum one (1) year of hospice, palliative care, or home health experience preferred.
• CPR certification and valid driver's license required.
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation accuracy, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of hospice regulations and Medicare Conditions of Participation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing assessments of patients' physical, emotional, psychosocial, and environmental needs
• Coordinate with physicians for certification and recertification of terminal illness per Medicare regulations
• Serve as the clinical point person for assigned patients, including symptom escalation, advanced care planning, and advocacy
• Collaborate with all providers and support systems to ensure seamless, compassionate hospice care
• Develop and update individualized care plans with patients, families, and the IDG
• Provide skilled nursing care and document interventions and outcomes accurately and promptly
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory and billing compliance standards
• Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, medications, and hospice philosophy
• Supervise hospice aides and revise aide care plans as needed
• Participate in IDG meetings with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and bereavement staff
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team and clinical leadership
• Participate in the on‑call rotation and respond to urgent needs
• Escalate care needs to the medical director or covering provider when appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

RN

Hospice experience

Critical thinking

Documentation

Communication

Independence

Education

Nursing degree

Associate degree preferred

BSN preferred

Job description

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care in Dallas is seeking a Hospice RN Case Manager to deliver skilled, patient‑centered nursing care aligned with each patient’s goals. You will coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, high‑quality hospice services.

This full‑time role includes initial and ongoing assessments, care planning, on‑call rotation, education for families, and regulatory‑compliant documentation, with an annual salary range of $85,000–$95,000.