Job Description
Gentiva is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN Hospice for a per diem / prn nursing job in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Hospice
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Per Diem
\nOverview:\n
Join us to make a difference when life matters most
At Heartland Home Health, a Gentiva company, we believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable.
We are searching for a Per Diem RN Case Manager to provide support to Home Health patients. The Registered Nurse administers skilled nursing care to clients requiring professional services in their homes and teaches/supervises the family and other members of the nursing team. These services are performed in accordance with the physicians’ orders and under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Manager and the Case Manager.
As a Home Health RN Case Manager, you will:
- Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director or Patient Care Manager Senior and will maintain primary control and professional management of each patient.
- Act as primary liaison between physician, patient/family and home health team.
- Provide direct patient care services to patients and supportive care to the patient’s family with a reasonable case load while providing a trusting and compassionate relationship with your patients and their families.
- Manage and collaborate with an interdisciplinary group
- Evaluate patient and family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient.
- Maintain all assigned patient clinical records.
- Participate in company quality assessment and performance improvement programs.
\n\nAbout You:\n
Home Health Registered Nurse / RN Case Manager Requirements:
- Compassionate, kind and empathetic to your patients and their families.
- Comfortable providing care wherever the patient calls “home”.
- Demonstrate flexibility and composure while supporting others in a time of crisis.
- RN license in the state of requested employment (or eligibility to obtain).
- 1+ years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology strongly preferred.
- Additional, preferred experience to help you be successful in a home health role: hospital Staff RN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER or emergency room, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric, admissions, wound care, telemetry or travel nursing.
- Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.
- Current CPR certification
\n\nWe Offer:\n
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with company matching contributions
- Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
- Local and national award programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need
\n\nLegalese:\n
- This is a safety-sensitive position
- Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
- Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
- We are proud to be an EEO employer
- We maintain a drug-free workplace
\n\nLocation:\nHeartland Home Health\n\nOur Company:\n
At Heartland Home Health, 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 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.
Gentiva Job ID #2025-118491. Posted job title: Registered Nurse
About Gentiva
Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers that are passionate about caring for others. With more than 550 locations and thousands of compassionate 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. Gentiva’s corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with providers delivering care across the U.S.
Benefits
- Continuing Education
- Medical benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Discount program
- Pet insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Life insurance