Community-based Hospice RN Case Manager, Full-time (Durham County)

Job DescriptionJob Description Community-Based Hospice RN Case Manager Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Lead Care. Build Relationships. Make Every Day Meaningful. Exceptional hospice care starts with exceptional nurses.As a Community-Based Hospice RN Case Manager, you'll be more than a clinician. You'll be the leader of the care team, the advocate for your patients, and the trusted guide families rely on during one of life's most important journeys.At Transitions LifeCare, we believe every individual deserves the quality of life they want when facing a serious illness or near life's end. Our mission is to provide compassionate care, support, and expertise to individuals and families navigating life-changing illness and end-of-life care.We're seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse Case Manager who thrives in an autonomous field-based role while leading interdisciplinary care that puts patients and families first.If you're looking for a nursing career where your clinical expertise, leadership, and compassion truly make a difference, we'd love to connect with you.Why Top Hospice Nurses Choose Transitions LifeCare When you join Transitions LifeCare, you're joining one of North Carolina's most respected nonprofit hospice and palliative care organizations, serving patients and families with excellence for more than four decades.What You'll DoLead Patient-Centered Hospice Care Develop, implement, and manage individualized hospice care plans based on each patient's goals, needs, and preferencesDeliver skilled nursing assessments, interventions, education, and symptom managementMonitor patient conditions and adjust care plans utilizing professional nursing judgmentEnsure all care is provided in accordance with physician orders, regulatory requirements, and hospice best practicesServe as the Clinical Leader Lead and coordinate the interdisciplinary care team for assigned patientsCollaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides, therapists, volunteers, and community partnersDelegate and supervise LPNs and Hospice Aides in accordance with regulations and agency standardsFacilitate communication among all members of the care team to ensure coordinated, high-quality careSupport Patients and Families Build trusting relationships with patients and caregiversProvide education regarding disease progression, symptom management, medications, and hospice servicesHelp families navigate complex healthcare decisions with compassion and confidenceServe as a consistent source of clinical expertise and emotional supportDrive Quality and Excellence Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentationMonitor appropriate utilization of medications, supplies, and medical equipmentParticipate in quality improvement and performance initiativesAssist with onboarding and mentoring new team membersWho Thrives in This Role Our most successful RN Case Managers are:Strong clinical leaders who enjoy coordinating careIndependent decision-makers who are comfortable in the fieldExceptional communicators who connect with patients and familiesOrganized professionals who excel at prioritization and time managementCompassionate advocates who treat every patient with dignity and respectTeam-oriented clinicians who value collaboration and accountabilityRequired Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North CarolinaMinimum two years of recent clinical nursing experienceCurrent CPR certificationReliable transportationStrong assessment, care planning, and clinical decision-making skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary teamStrong communication and patient education skillsCompetent computer and documentation skillsAbility to travel throughout the service area and provide care in homes and facilitiesAbility to lift and/or carry up to 50 poundsPreferred Qualifications BSNHospice experienceHome health experienceSkilled nursing or long-term care experienceHospice Nurse CertificationKnowledge of Medicare regulations, hospice reimbursement, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirementsWhy This Role Matters Hospice nurses have the privilege of caring for patients and families during some of the most meaningful moments of life.As an RN Case Manager, you'll lead the team responsible for ensuring every patient receives expert clinical care, compassionate support, and a care plan aligned with their goals and wishes.Your leadership helps families feel supported. Your clinical expertise improves quality of life. Your compassion leaves a lasting impact.Join a Mission-Driven Team If you're an experienced RN who is passionate about leadership, relationship-based care, and making a profound difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.Join Transitions LifeCare and help deliver comfort, dignity, and exceptional care when it matters most.