RN | Registered Nurse | Hospice Case Manager
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 they serve people across multiple counties in Kansas. Hospice Home Care Provides compassionate, comprehensive support for individuals facing terminal illnesses, helping them live with comfort, dignity, and peace in the place they call home. The program focuses on improving quality of life rather than prolonging it, addressing not only physical symptoms but also emotional, spiritual, and social needs. A dedicated team of professionals—including nurses, aides, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers—works closely with patients and their families to create personalized care plans, manage pain and symptoms, and offer counseling and respite services. Midland Care’s hospice program also extends bereavement support to families after a loved one’s passing, ensuring ongoing care and guidance during their time of grief. The goal is to provide holistic, person-centered end-of-life care and support that honors each individual’s values and wishes. RN Case Manager In the Midland Care Connection hospice program, an 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
- Serving as the primary clinical liaison between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary hospice team
- Providing education and emotional support to families
- Helping navigate complex medical decisions
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Advocating for the patient’s wishes
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
