Hospice RN Case Manager

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We are a newly established hospice organization committed to delivering compassionate, dignified, and personalized end-of-life care to patients and their families in the Milwaukee area. We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice RN Case Manager to join our interdisciplinary care team. As the primary point of contact for your patients and their families, you will manage a caseload, develop individualized care plans, and provide hands-on nursing care focused on comfort and quality of life.

This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a lasting impact during one of life’s most important journeys.

• Current RN license in Wisconsin (required) from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing.
• Minimum 1 year of hospice or home health experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a startup environment
• Demonstrated competency in performance of professional nursing functions.
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality concerning patient and family information.
• Competent using computers with knowledge of electronic medical records documentation.
• This position requires a personal vehicle to perform the essential job functions. A valid driver’s license including an acceptable driving record, and auto insurance coverage are required. You will be required to travel within the organization’s area of service

The primary responsibility of a Hospice Nurse is to keep patients comfortable during the last few months of their lives. To achieve this overall goal, they may perform the following job duties:

• Perform comprehensive nursing evaluations.
• Assess for signs and symptoms of discomfort including presence of pain and takes prompt and appropriate action.
• Initiate plan of care and appropriate supervises, provide appropriate nursing follow- up to all patients.
• Instructs caregivers in managing patient needs and submits appropriate documentation.
• Coordinate all services provided to patients/families in all settings to ensure quality of care and services as well as appropriateness of care.
• Supervise the implementation of the approved plan of care, modifies as needed, and contacts physician when appropriate.
• Provide supervision of Hospice Aides and LVN/LPN.
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and readily accepts new admissions and emergency assignments as requested.
• Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Observe for safety hazards in the patient’s and organization’s environments and takes appropriate steps to reduce or eliminate them.
• Maintain continuing education through academic studies, seminars, and workshops.
• Attend and participate in in-services, staff meetings, and patient care conferences.
• Completes all documentation in an accurate, legible manner and in the timeframe required by standards and regulations.

• Environment: Work in patient homes, healthcare facilities, and office settings.
• Travel: Regular travel within the service area; valid driver’s license required.
• Hours: Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.

As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll experience the support of a collaborative, mission-driven work environment. Beyond competitive compensation and full-time benefits, our team finds purpose in the meaningful work we do each day—making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families during some of life’s most tender moments. Join us in a role where your compassion and expertise truly matter.

• Be part of shaping a new hospice from the beginning
• Manageable caseload
• Supportive leadership and opportunity for career growth
• Mission-driven organization focused on quality, not quotas
• Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• PTO package inclusive of sick time, holidays, personal & more!
• Sign-on bonus paid our quarterly!
• Referral bonuses
• Flexible scheduling that works for you & your family!