Hospice RN Case Manager Chester PA

Serenity Hospice Care Pennsylvania Chester, PA, US

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Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager

Serenity Hospice - Penn Proudly part of Ocean Healthcare (New Jersey)

Position: Hospice RN Case Manager

Location: Chester County, Pennsylvania (Southeastern PA Region)

Schedule: Full-Time – Monday through Friday –

No Nights • No Weekends • No On-Call Required

About the Role

Serenity Hospice - Penn is growing and seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to join our dedicated team serving patients and families in Chester County, PA.

In this rewarding role, you will manage a caseload of hospice patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or skilled nursing facilities, providing expert clinical care, symptom management, education, and emotional support while coordinating the interdisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of end-of-life care.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs
Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care
Provide skilled nursing care, pain and symptom management, and medication administration
Educate patients and caregivers on disease process, self-care techniques, and end-of-life planning
Coordinate care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, aides, and volunteers
Document accurately and timely in electronic medical records
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings

Qualifications

Current Pennsylvania RN license in good standing
Minimum of 1–2 years of nursing experience; hospice, home health, or med/surg experience strongly preferred
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Compassionate, patient-focused approach with a commitment to dignity and comfort
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance (mileage reimbursed at IRS rate)
Ability to work independently while collaborating with a supportive team

Why Join Serenity Hospice - Penn?

Work-Life Balance: No nights, no weekends, no on-call – enjoy predictable daytime hours
Mileage Reimbursement at the current IRS rate
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits through Ocean Healthcare
Supportive, mission-driven team environment
Ongoing education, training, and professional development
The profound reward of making a meaningful difference every day

Bring Compassion. Deliver Comfort. Live Your Calling.

Join a team dedicated to providing serenity and peace to patients and families throughout Pennsylvania.

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