Afterhours RN Care Manager
Company: Gentiva Hospice
Location: Spottswood
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview: Expand Access. Support Families. Elevate After-Hours
Care. We are seeking a dedicated Afterhours RN Care Manager to
provide high-quality, compassionate hospice care outside standard
business hours. This role ensures seamless coverage, continuity of
care, and strong clinical management for patients and families
during nights, weekends, and on-call hours. $5000 Sign on bonus
About the Role The Afterhours Care Manager RN is responsible for
assessing and coordinating patient and family needs during
after-hours shifts and maintaining primary clinical oversight for
assigned patients. This includes routine visits, admissions, death
visits, urgent after-hours calls, and any visit assigned per the
patient’s plan of care. This role serves as an active member of the
Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to ensure coordination between
physicians, families, and the hospice team. Clinical administrative
responsibilities, workflow auditing, and survey readiness support
are also part of this role. Essential Functions Ensure appropriate
delivery of hospice services to eligible patients and families.
Provide direct in-person patient care during on-call, weekend, and
after-hours shifts, including assessments, admissions, routine
visits, death visits, and live discharges. Conduct initial and
ongoing assessments of physical, emotional, psychosocial, and
spiritual needs. Support the IDG process through chart reviews,
plan of care updates, and interdisciplinary communication. Develop
and revise the Hospice Plan of Care in collaboration with
physicians and IDG members. Educate patients and families on
disease progression, symptom management, medications, and hospice
philosophy. Communicate significant changes in patient condition
promptly to hospice and attending physicians. Maintain accurate,
timely clinical documentation including assessments, care plans,
and notes. Assist with rescheduled, missed, or reassigned visit
requests based on triage direction. Participate in calendar and
scheduling modifications, including service codes and clinician
assignments. Support administrative and compliance activities
including workflow audits, survey readiness tasks, and
documentation collection. Assist with TPE reviews, QAPI efforts,
and regulatory compliance. Ensure infection control standards and
universal precautions are consistently followed. Provide leadership
and guidance to field staff; conduct supervisory visits when
appropriate. Participate in required meetings, after-hours updates,
and trainings. Maintain proficiency in pain and symptom management
for hospice and end-of-life care. Promote the organization’s core
values and maintain a culture of compassion, professionalism, and
teamwork. Perform other duties as assigned. About You: Education
and Experience Current RN license in the state of employment
Graduate of an accredited nursing program Minimum one year of RN
experience in acute care, oncology, long-term care, hospice, or
home health Must meet any state-specific requirements Licenses and
Certifications Active RN license CPR certification (in-person)
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto
insurance Skills and Competencies Strong knowledge of hospice
principles, Medicare/Medicaid regulations, and best practices
Ability to conduct thorough patient assessments and develop
individualized care plans Effective communication with patients,
families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members Strong
time-management and prioritization skills in a fast-changing
environment Proficiency with EMR systems (HomeCare HomeBase
preferred), Microsoft Office, and mobile technologies Ability to
maintain confidentiality, demonstrate integrity, and support
quality outcomes Leadership skills to support and guide field staff
Ability to manage administrative, documentation, and compliance
responsibilities accurately Personal Traits Sensitivity to
end-of-life needs and the emotional realities families face
Flexibility to shift tasks and respond to urgent needs
Professionalism, maturity, teamwork, and resilience under pressure
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse
background 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) Legalese: This is a
safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements
to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet
stage specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We
maintain a drug-free workplace Location: Gentiva Hospice Our
Company: At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate
care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a
national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care,
and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and
thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by
the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from
illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to
guiding patients and their families through the physical,
emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal
diagnosis. Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted
brands that include: Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast
Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice,
Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare
New Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast
Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced
illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in
Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we
are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment
where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is
celebrated.
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