Hospice RN Case Manager | VNA Program

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

Midland Care Connection Midland Care Connection is a not for profit, community-based organization in Topeka, Kansas, dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, it offers a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and its signature PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Their mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in Kansas. Visting Nurse Association Specializes in home hospice that provides compassionate, end-of-life care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. Their skilled nurses focus on managing pain and symptoms, supporting emotional and spiritual needs, and guiding both patients and families through the hospice journey. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team, the VNA ensures dignity, comfort, and quality of life during a patient’s final days while offering education, resources, and respite support to caregivers. RN Case Manager Plays a critical role in coordinating and delivering high quality, patient centered end of life care. They are responsible for assessing patients’ medical needs, developing individualized care plans, and ensuring that patients receive appropriate symptom management, medications, and therapies to maintain comfort and dignity. The RN Case Manager also serves as the primary clinical liaison between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary hospice team, which may include physicians, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers. Additionally, they provide education and emotional support to families, help navigate complex medical decisions, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, all while advocating for the patient’s wishes and enhancing quality of life during hospice care.

Requirements

Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in acute care, home health, or hospice
Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills
Knowledge of end-of-life care, symptom management, and palliative care principles
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively
Basic computer proficiency for electronic medical records and documentation

Nice To Haves

Hospice or palliative care certification (CHPN or equivalent)
Experience in case management or care coordination
Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance for hospice care
Experience providing patient and family education on end-of-life issues
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize complex tasks
Compassionate and culturally sensitive approach to patient care

Responsibilities

assessing patients’ medical needs
developing individualized care plans
ensuring that patients receive appropriate symptom management, medications, and therapies to maintain comfort and dignity
serves as the primary clinical liaison between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary hospice team
provide education and emotional support to families
help navigate complex medical decisions
ensure compliance with regulatory standards
advocating for the patient’s wishes and enhancing quality of life during hospice care

Benefits

Health insurance options for employees and dependents
Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
Uniform Allowance Program