RN Hospice Case Manager

Corewell Health; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health Hospice in Michigan seeks a Hospice Nurse Case Manager to coordinate and deliver compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families, assess needs, and develop individualized care plans within an interdisciplinary team.

This role involves home, nursing facility, and hospital visits, ensuring symptom management, documentation, and compliance while supporting patients in making informed decisions about care.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate’s degree in nursing.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Michigan RN license upon hire.
• State of Michigan Driver’s license upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver end-of-life care and symptom management.
• Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other professionals.
• Provide education to patients and families about disease progression and options.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and interventions.
• Travel to patients’ homes, nursing facilities, and hospitals.
• Engage in safety initiatives and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Nursing

Patient Care

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

About Hospice

Corewell Health Hospice specializes in providing end of life care and symptom management to individuals with a life expectancy of six month or less, serving individuals in their home, nursing facilities, and in the hospital. Team members enjoy how rewarding their job is, feel a strong sense of satisfaction while appreciating the interdisciplinary team approach to caring for patients and their families. They also experience healthier work-life balance with the flexibility that comes with hospice care for patients in their homes.

Corewell Health Hospice specializes in providing end of life care and symptom management to individuals with a life expectancy of six month or less, serving individuals in their home, nursing facilities, and in the hospital. Team members enjoy how rewarding their job is, feel a strong sense of satisfaction while appreciating the interdisciplinary team approach to caring for patients and their families. They also experience healthier work-life balance with the flexibility that comes with hospice care for patients in their homes.

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Nursing Manager, the Hospice Nurse Case Manager is responsible for coordinating and delivering compassionate end-of-life care to patients and their families. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of hospice care.

Essential Functions

• Patient Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and goals of care ensuring optimal comfort and symptom management throughout the patient’s episode of care.
• Symptom Management & Pain Control: Administer medications, monitor symptoms, and adjust treatment plans to provide optimal relief.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate ongoing holistic care.
• Patient & Family Education: Provide support, resources, and education on disease progression, hospice philosophy, and available support services. Support patients and families in making informed decisions about care and treatment options.
• Emotional & Psychosocial Support: Provide compassionate care to patients and families, addressing emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate, compliant, and timely records of patient care, interventions, and progress while adhering to hospice regulations.
• Home & Facility Visits: Travel to patients' homes, nursing facilities, and hospitals to provide direct care.
• Professional Development: Continuously seek opportunities for learning and skill enhancement in hospice and palliative care and care management.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate’s degree in nursing
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license upon hire
• State of Michigan Driver’s license upon hire

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1 year of relevant experience

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How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital Niles - 31 N St Joseph Ave - Niles

Department Name

Nursing Case Managers - Hospice South

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.