Hospice RN Case Manager

Posted:
10/27/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Niles, Michigan, United States ⋅ Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States ⋅ Michigan, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
On-site

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Job Title: Hospice RN Case Manager - Van Buren County
Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 8:00a to 5:00p

Coverage Area: 94 Corridor > New Buffalo up to Benton Harbor

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Join Our Team at Elara Caring Hospice


At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens at home. That's why we are dedicated to delivering high-quality hospice care to more than 60,000 patients daily in their home settings. Our compassionate teams bring care directly to where patients live, making a difference in their lives during every step of their health journey. As a Hospice RN Case Manager, you'll have a vital role in ensuring patients receive the care they need, when they need it most.

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Why Work at Elara Caring?

  • Autonomy: Enjoy the flexibility to manage your own schedule independently.

  • Personalized Care: Build meaningful, one-on-one relationships with patients.

  • Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a collaborative, encouraging team.

  • Competitive Compensation: Receive a well-rounded and competitive salary package + opportunities for bonus + mileage reimbursement

  • Career Growth: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education.

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

  • Work-Life Balance: Paid holidays, bereavement leave (including for pets), and generous paid time off.

  • Pet Insurance: Keep your pets covered, too.

Key Responsibilities:
As a RN Case Manager you will:

  • Assess and evaluate the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of your assigned home hospice patients, using clinical records, on-site visits, and team consultations.

  • Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations of each patient’s nursing needs during every visit.

  • Communicate significant patient updates or changes in health to the appropriate clinical supervisor, physician, or team members involved in the patient’s care.

  • Implement safety and care plans, offering guidance and instruction to patients and their families based on specific care needs.

  • Ensure quality care is delivered by participating in the execution of individualized plans of care, focused on achieving positive patient outcomes.

  • Recognize and respond to any changes in a patient’s condition, initiating appropriate actions when necessary.

  • Confirm and follow the patient’s Plan of Care prior to every visit, providing care according to the physician's orders, clinical assessments, and best practices.

  • Take on additional responsibilities and projects as assigned.

What you'll Need to Bring:

  • Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing

  • Current State Licensee as a Registered Nurse RN

  • 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting

  • Experience in hospice or home health environment is preferred

  • Nursing skills as defined by accepted nursing standards

  • Ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements, and deadlines

  • Reliable transportation to perform job tasks

Join Us in Making a Difference:
At Elara Caring, you are not just part of a team—you are part of a mission to bring compassion and high-quality care to the homes of those who need it most. Start making a lasting impact today.


You will report to the Clinical Team Manager. This is not a comprehensive list of all job duties; a full job description will be provided upon request

We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.

Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.  

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