RN Case Manager

FALCON HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE; Spring (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

ExcleaCare Hospice in Big Spring, TX seeks a dedicated RN Case Manager to administer hospice care at patients' homes and facilities. You will coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans, perform assessments, and educate families on hospice options. On-call rotation is required.

The role requires an active RN license, CPR certification, and at least 2 years of nursing experience, hospice preferred. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered with full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience: Two years of RN experience in clinical settings, hospice preferred.
• Licensure: Active RN license and CPR certification; valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Administer hospice care to patients at home or facility per physician orders.
• Coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team and families; develop and update the Plan of Care.
• Perform assessments, document patient status, and educate patients and families on care plans.
• Participate in on-call rotation as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

ExcleaCare Hospice - Big Spring, TX: RN Case Manager (full-time)

with $5,000 sign-on bonus

About Us:

At ExcelaCare Hospice, we believe Hospice care is more than a service—it’s a calling. Every day, our team brings comfort, dignity, and peace of mind to patients and families facing life’s most delicate moments. With compassion at our core, we create a workplace where kindness leads, voices are heard, and every role carries purpose. If you’re looking to make a difference in the lives of others while being part of a team that feels like family, we’d love to welcome you.

Job Summary:

Primary functions are to administer hospice care for clients of all ages in their place of residence, skilled nursing facilities, or assisted living facilities. Coordinate care with a multi-disciplinary team, patient/family and referring agency; and assume the responsibility for coordination of care. Works independently without on-site supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates the ability to transfer scientific knowledge from social, biological and physical sciences in the application of the nursing process.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competency in performing baseline nursing skills as outlines in Agency policy and clinical policy; maintains clinical competencies according to home care standards; complies with state practice act.
• Administers all medications and treatments according to Agency policy, accepted standards of care and home care guidelines.
• Performs accurate assessments, develops and implements a written Plan of Care with the patient, following physician’s orders and according to Agency guideline; performs and documents nursing interventions including patient education according to the Plan of Care and adapts these actions as patient needs change.
• Documents patient status in an accurate, timely and concise manner as required by Agency policy; addresses patient needs and problems, nursing interventions and patient response, safety interventions and education and teaching.
• Establish and maintain strong, positive relationships with referring physicians, and family of patients care plan.
• Compliance: Ensure all interactions and communications with referring physicians adhere to relevant healthcare laws and regulations.
• Provide support and comfort according to the hospice patient’s needs.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plan.
• Educate patients and families on healthcare plan, symptom control, and end-of-life care options
• Makes visits as scheduled and participates in on-call rotation as required.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
• Conforms to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.
• Participates actively in continuing education and in-services.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and business trade practices
• Assumes accountability for reporting incidents and complaints according to Agency policy.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Organizational skills
• Ability to supervise in accordance with Agency’s policies and applicable laws.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Time management
• Advanced written and verbal interpersonal communication
• Basic math skills related to patient care.

Age-Related Competencies:

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management:

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

• Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.
• Keeps abreast of changes in health care law.
• Maintains Agency/program compliance with local, state, and federal laws as well as state accreditation standards.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a clinical setting preferred hospice.
• License / Certification: Current Valid State Nursing license (RN), Current CPR certification required
• Driver’s license and proof of current auto liability insurance; no listing in the OIG Excluded Provider listing.

Environmental Conditions:

Works under a variety of conditions in facilities and offices; ability to work flexible schedule, ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather. Moderate noise level: tasks may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens; moderate stress and emotional demands.

Physical Requirements: Sitting is required. Requires ability to always handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and agency needs. Ability to travel.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.