RN Case Manager - Home Hospice
Company: Circle of Life
Location: Siloam Springs
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Case Manager works M-F
Daytime Hours. Territories may include Siloam Springs, areas of NE
Oklahoma, and areas of NWA. The RN Case Manager assumes patient
care responsibilities for individual patients including: Completing
comprehensive physical assessment, pain assessment and management,
symptom control management as it relates to terminal illness,
coordination of Circle of Life services to the patient/family,
completes required documentation (i.e. assessments, care plans,
clinical notes, agency tracking forms, etc.) In a timely manner in
accordance with COL policies, establishes a therapeutic nursing
relationship with the Hospice patient/family/caregivers, provides
weekend coverage and may assist during times of excessive nursing
absenteeism. Requirements : Current unrestricted AR RN license, BLS
certification, strong assessment skills with critical thinking and
high level of problem solving within a healthcare facility. Strong
documentation and communication with the ability to stay calm and
cope with human suffering/emergencies. Prefer hospice experience,
home health, or acute care nursing experience with computer
charting experience. Assumes primary responsibility for assigned
patients and performs all phases of the nursing process.
Communicates with attending physicians, staff members, and other
agencies as necessary to coordinate optimal care and use of
resources for patients/caregivers. Educates patients/caregivers
regarding hospice philosophy, disease progression, physical
components of care, stages of dying, and other aspects of the POC
as necessary. Documents all patient related information according
to policies and procedures. Seeks input from IDT members regarding
the patient POC to obtain additional knowledge and support. Reviews
and updates the POC at least every 60 days per regulatory
standards. Regularly attends and participates in IDT meetings to
ensure that the POC reflects current patient care needs. Prepares
in advance for IDT meetings. Assesses need for Certified Nursing
Assistant services. Conducts CNA supervisory visits per regulatory
standards. Asses the need for and revises the CNA care plan.
Informs the PCM of unusual or potentially problematic
patient/caregiver issues as identified. Maintains annual clinical
competencies. Identifies patients who may potentially revoke or
need to be discharged. Models prompt and regular attendance.
Exhibits cost effective use of time, mileage and supplies.
Demonstrates familiarity with and adheres to policies and
procedures, state, federal, and accrediting agency's requirements.
Provides notification of absence per policy. Promotes and maintains
respect for rights, privacy, and confidentiality of others. Find
the connection between your compassion, expertise and exceptional
community care with hospice leader, Circle of Life. Passionate
about making a difference in the lives of others on an everyday
basis, we foster a culture of compassion and collaboration. As
Northwest Arkansas' premiere hospice provider, we operate two
beautiful inpatient hospice care facilities and offer outpatient
hospice services for Benton, Washington, Madison, and Carroll
counties. Circle of Life is the largest and most respected hospice
in the area, serving the region as a top not-for-profit
organization for more than 30 years.
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