Palliative Care Case Manager (RN) - Focus on quality of life

Job Description

Job Description

Palliative Care Case Manager – Grand Junction | 24hrs/week | $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

Schedule: Weekdays, with occasional on-call/weekend requirement
Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Sign-On Bonus: $6,000
Pay Range:
ASN: $35.02–$38.75/hour
BSN: $36.20–$40.05/hour

Looking for a nursing role where relationship-based care, teamwork, and purpose still matter? At HopeWest, you get to be the nurse you always dreamed of being! You will be one of those people patients and families call “angels,” providing compassionate care, strength and courage. This is life changing work!

The Palliative Care Case Manager is responsible for the oversight and care of the patients in the Palliative Care programs of Transitions, Living with Cancer, and Journeys for the Grand Valley. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of the individualized patient care plans for patients/families experiencing serious illness. Assists patient in coordinating care through the healthcare system while focusing on comfort and symptom management needs for advancing disease. Discusses goals of care and assists with advance directives to navigate their care. Ensures a timely transition to hospice care when eligible.

Why Nurses Love This Role:

• Weekday schedule
• No traditional hospital shift rotations
• Relationship-based care model
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Meaningful work supporting patients and families
• Mission-driven nonprofit culture
• Supportive and human-centered leadership environment
• Autonomy and ability to plan your own day

What You Bring:

• Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience preferred
• Experience in home health, palliative care, or acute care strongly preferred
• Current Colorado RN license maintained throughout employment
• Current CPR certification maintained throughout employment
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to navigate emotional or high-stress situations with professionalism and compassion
• Experience with EHR systems and Microsoft Office applications
  Benefits & Perks:
  • UMR Health Insurance
  • Delta Dental and VSP Vision
  • Immediate PTO and medical leave accrual
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 403(b) retirement with up to 3% employer match
  • Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
  • Additional pay for bilingual fluency
  • 15% employee discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery and Heirlooms
  Why HopeWest?
  At HopeWest, we believe compassionate care begins with supporting our people. We are committed to building a culture where employees feel valued, connected, and empowered to make a meaningful impact every day.
  Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy, we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief — one family at a time.
  HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
  This position will remain open until filled.