Hospice RN Case Manager Talent Pool

Optimal Care - Evergreen; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Mileage Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Optimal Care - Evergreen is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse for Hospice RN Case Manager opportunities in Southwest Michigan. The role involves providing skilled nursing care to patients and families, ensuring comfort and dignity during critical times.

This position allows for extensive patient interaction and requires reliable transportation for travel across various care settings. A valid license and at least one year of nursing experience are essential for the role.

Join us to make a difference in Hospice care while enjoying robust employment benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current State License as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in clinical care.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care and support to patients.
• Build relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate comprehensive care for your caseload.

Skills

Nursing skills

Ability to assess and respond to patient needs

Skilled in nursing practice

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Education

Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

About the Role

Optimal Care is building a talent pipeline of compassionate Registered Nurses for future Hospice RN Case Manager opportunities serving Southwest Michigan. Bring your nursing expertise to one of healthcare's most meaningful specialties. As a Hospice RN Case Manager, you'll provide skilled nursing care and compassionate support to patients and families during life's final chapter, helping to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

This role is perfect for a registered nurse who wants to practice the full scope of nursing while building deep, meaningful relationships. This position will have you building rapport with patients, families, physicians, facilities, and other interdisciplinary team members. You'll have the autonomy to coordinate comprehensive care for your caseload while working collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those in your care.

Location

• Main Service Area Options:
  • Kalamazoo / St. Joseph / Allegan
  • Barry / Calhoun / Branch Counties
  • Allegan / Van Buren / Berrien / Cass Counties

This role is a high‑travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted‑living facilities, or nursing homes.

Hours

• Full Time: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a weekend on‑call rotation
• Part Time: Three weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a weekend on‑call rotation
• Per Diem: Flexible weekdays, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a weekend on‑call rotation

Required Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
• Current State License as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a nurse in a clinical care setting
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Hospice or home health experience

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Nursing skills as defined by accepted nursing standards
• Demonstrates ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients, families and caregivers in varied settings and to function effectively in the home or nursing facility environment
• Demonstrates skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements and deadlines

Pay Range

$80,000 - $85,000 USD

How We Care for You

• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle Program for field roles
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

Screening is completed by a third‑party administrator, the Michigan Long‑Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.