Hospice RN Case Manager (Registered Nurse)

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care Internal Careers; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a full-time Hospice RN Case Manager to oversee a caseload across Lake and Sumter Counties. The role follows a Monday–Friday daytime schedule with on-call rotation as needed, delivering compassionate, individualized care aligned with patient goals.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license, ADN or higher, and has hospice/palliative care experience with strong clinical judgment and communication skills. CPR and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• RN license in practicing state or compact license.
• Minimum 1 year of hospice, palliative care, or home health experience preferred.
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments across physical, emotional, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
• Coordinate with physicians for certification/recertification of terminal illness per Medicare regulations.
• Serve as clinical point person for assigned patients, including advanced care planning and symptom escalation.

Skills

RN

Hospice care experience

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Hospice RN Case Manager (Registered Nurse)

Ocala, FL

Continue your journey with Arc Hospice & Palliative Care.

Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, ready to grow in a different direction, or hoping to serve in a new setting, we’re here to support you.

We believe your arc matters too. This internal opportunity is a chance to deepen your impact while staying rooted in the mission that brought you here.

We are seeking a Full‑Time Hospice RN to serve patients across Lake and Sumter Counties. This role follows a Monday‑to‑Friday daytime schedule and includes participation in the on‑call rotation, as needed. As a key member of the care team, the RN Case Manager ensures personalized, compassionate care in alignment with each patient’s goals and needs.

Overview

The Hospice RN provides skilled nursing assessment, planning, and care to hospice patients and their families. The RNCM manages the full hospice caseload, coordinating with interdisciplinary team members to deliver compassionate and effective care aligned with patients’ goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
• Coordinate with physicians for certification and recertification of terminal illness in compliance with Medicare regulations.
• Serve as the clinical point person for assigned patients, including advanced care planning, symptom escalation, and patient advocacy.
• Coordinate care with all providers and support systems involved in the patient’s care to ensure compassionate, seamless hospice services.
• Develop and regularly update individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and IDG.
• Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with the plan of care and document interventions and outcomes promptly.
• Ensure all documentation supports regulatory and billing compliance, including timeliness standards.
• Educate patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, medications, and hospice philosophy.
• Supervise hospice aides and other care team members, including development and revision of aide care plans.
• Participate in IDG meetings and coordinate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and bereavement staff.
• Communicate timely and effectively with interdisciplinary team and clinical leadership.
• Participate in the on‑call rotation and respond to urgent needs as required.
• Escalate care needs to the medical director or covering provider as clinically indicated.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Current RN license in practicing state or a 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.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, change management, and project execution skills are required.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values.

Compensation

$80,000 - $90,000 USD

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please speak with your current supervisor before applying. Internal applicants may be subject to tenure or performance considerations based on Arc’s internal mobility practices.

As set forth in Arc Hospice & Palliative Care Internal Careers’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.