Overview: We're looking for a Patient Care Manager to join our team. You will report directly to the Executive Director, Administrator, or Senior Patient Care Manager. You will be responsible for maintaining a high performing hospice program including managing, overseeing, and directing patient care activities to ensure the delivery of quality patient care. This role is responsible for teaching, evaluating, and developing associates and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and regulatory agencies.Overseeing and managing rescheduled, declined, missed, and reassigned visit requests, including making decisions as to priority and staffing based on clinical judgment.Responding to phone referrals/inquiries in a timely, professional, and compassionate manner, including triage of medical concerns within scope of practice.Preparing for, serving on, and facilitating the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), as assigned, including presiding over IDG, presentation of patients for review, coordination of minutes, review of patient charts to note and address any changes to patient condition and/or the plan of care, and soliciting input from various care team members About You: At least three years’ experience of direct patient care and two years’ experience in hospice or home-based care settingGraduate of accredited school of nursing; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferredCurrent Registered Nurse licensure in state of residence and requested employmentDemonstrates knowledge and compliance with accepted hospice principles and practice, including industry standards, regulations, and best practices (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC), company policies/procedures, and understanding of terminally ill patients and their familiesAbility to apply knowledge of the unique needs of hospice patient and families from various socioeconomic backgrounds to provide appropriate advocacy and oversight We Offer: Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTOOpportunity to Participate In a Fleet ProgramCompetitive SalariesMileage ReimbursementProfessional Growth and Development Opportunities Legalese: This is a safety-sensitive positionEmployee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefitsWhere applicable, employee must meet state specific requirementsWe are proud to be an EEO employerWe maintain a drug-free workplaceCompensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range – $79,570 to $99,465 Location: Heartland Hospice Our Company: At Heartland Hospice, part of 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 BeaconPalliative care:Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative CareHome health care:Heartland Home HealthAdvanced illness management:Illumia HealthWith 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.