Registered Nurse

Legacy Hospice, Inc.; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Legacy Hospice, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse Case Manager (RNCM) to deliver high-quality end-of-life care to patients in their homes in Independence, Missouri. The role supports families with empathy and respect, working within an interdisciplinary team and on-call rotation.

The RNCM will assess patients, coordinate care, educate families on symptom management, and maintain thorough clinical documentation while providing emotional support to patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Must hold an RN license in the state of employment.
• BSN or CHPN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of hospice/home health nursing experience.
• Active CPR/BLS certification and valid driver’s license.
• Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening including marijuana.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Manage a caseload and coordinate with the IDT.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Educate patients and families on symptom management and end-of-life care.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation and participate in IDT meetings.
• Provide support to patients and caregivers; participate in on-call rotation.
• Supervise ancillary staff and ensure continuity of care.

Skills

RN license

CPR/BLS

Driver's license

Hospice/home health experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

BSN or CHPN preferred

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Registered Nurse Case Manager (RNCM) – Hospice

Location: Independence, MO
Job Type: Full-Time | Salaried, Exempt

About Us

Legacy Hospice is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse Case Manager (RNCM) to join our mission-driven team. In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality end-of-life care to patients in their homes while supporting families with empathy and respect. This is more than just a job — it’s a calling to provide comfort, dignity, and support during life’s most meaningful moments.

What You’ll Do

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and create individualized care plans
• Manage a caseload of hospice patients, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
• Educate patients and families on symptom management, medication, and end-of-life care
• Monitor and update care plans based on ongoing patient assessments
• Provide emotional and clinical support to patients and caregivers
• Communicate with physicians, care partners, and community resources
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and on-call rotation
• Supervise ancillary staff and ensure continuity of care

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the state of employment
• BSN or Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) preferred
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or a related field
• Strong interpersonal, clinical, and organizational skills
• Active CPR/BLS certification
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Please note: Legacy Hospice is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is required, including testing for marijuana.

What We Offer

• Supportive leadership and team culture
• Competitive salary and mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off and continuing education opportunities
• Make a lasting impact in the lives of patients and families