Hospice Patient Care Manager RN
Fort Worth, Texas
Posted Sep 10 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Full Time
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 5+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Texas is $35/hr, across 709 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
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About Us
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Valor Hospice is a family-owned company dedicated to providing compassionate and quality end-of-life care. We focus on enhancing the quality of life for our patients and their families while respecting their values and wishes.
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**Position
Overview
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The Patient Care Manager plays a critical leadership role in assisting in overseeing all nursing operations within our hospice program. The PCM is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, staff management, compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a culture of compassion and excellence.
**Key
Responsibilities
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- Help Lead and manage the nursing team, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve patient care and nursing practices.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and standards of practice.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitor patient care outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Provide education and support to nursing staff and other team members regarding hospice care principles and practices.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Participate in community outreach and education to promote hospice services.
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Qualifications
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Education
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- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or RN license required;
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Licensure
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- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
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Experience
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- Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role in hospice or home health care.
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Skills
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- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of hospice care standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
**Why Join Us?**
At Valor Hospice, we believe in creating a supportive and nurturing environment not only for our patients but also for our staff. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about hospice care and want to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families, we would love to have you on our team.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience
- Hospice & palliative medicine: 1 year (Preferred)
- Long term care: 1 year (Preferred)
- Management: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute
- Fort Worth, TX 76104 (Required)
Ability to Relocate
- Fort Worth, TX 76104: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Requirements
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- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or RN license required;
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
- Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role in hospice or home health care.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of hospice care standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Place
- City
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Median rent
- $1,509/mo
- Local household income
- $79,507/yr
- Metro price level
- 3% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Fort Worth area index 103.1, where 100 is the national average.
Fort Worth blends Western heritage with modern healthcare opportunities, offering nurses a lower-key alternative to neighboring Dallas. The Historic Stockyards district and a revitalized downtown create a distinct cultural identity. Affordable housing options appeal to relocating healthcare professionals seeking a balance of career growth and laid-back Texas living.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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