Gentiva

Senior Hospice Patient Care RN Manager

Company: 

Gentiva

Location: 

Ames, 
IA 
50012 
US

Job Description:

**Overview**

**Lead Compassion. Inspire Excellence. Elevate Hospice Care.**

We are seeking a Senior Patient Care RN Manager to join our hospice team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, you will play a vital role in maintaining a high-performing hospice program by managing patient care activities, supervising clinical staff, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards.

**As a Senior Hospice RN Patient Care Manager, you will:**

+ Lead and support hospice patient care operations to ensure quality and compliance

+ Supervise, teach, evaluate, and develop nursing and clinical associates

+ Manage clinical and administrative workflows, including referrals, DME pickups, Medicare eligibility, insurance verification, and patient benefit tracking

+ Coordinate and facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings to review patient care plans and update clinical documentation

+ Oversee scheduling, visit assignments, and timely completion of patient visits

+ Respond compassionately and professionally to referrals and clinical inquiries

+ Serve as a liaison between clinical teams, leadership, and external providers

+ Ensure adherence to hospice industry regulations including Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC

**About You**

**Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:**

+ Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment

+ Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree accepted with relevant experience)

+ Minimum 3 years direct patient care experience

+ Knowledge of hospice principles, regulatory compliance, and managed care

+ Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

+ Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and healthcare software

+ Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance

+ Ability to provide skilled nursing care as needed, including on-call responsibilities

+ CPR certification

**Preferred Experience (Not Required):**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

+ 2+ years hospice or home care experience

+ Leadership experience in clinical supervision or program management

+ Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification

**We Offer**

**Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):**

+ Competitive Pay

+ 401(k) with Company Match

+ Career Advancement Opportunities

+ National & Local Recognition Programs

+ Teammate Assistance Fund

**Additional Full-Time Benefits:**

+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

+ Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

+ Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

+ Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

+ Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

+ Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

+ Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

+ Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

**Ready to Join a Team That Cares?**

Apply today and bring your leadership skills to a team that’s dedicated to delivering exceptional end-of-life care with heart.

**Legalese**

+ This is a safety-sensitive position

+ Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

+ Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

+ We are proud to be an EEO employer

+ We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-141333
Category: Single Site Ops and Clinical Leadership
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Heartland Hospice

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