RN Case Manager Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties

Since 1980, Tidewell Hospice has proudly served families across southwest Florida with compassionate, dignified care. As a member of Empath Health, we help patients with advanced illness live meaningfully while supporting their families with warmth, expertise, and respect

40 hours a week.  Area of coverage Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties.

Empath Health is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our team. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

What you'll Do

• Promotes and practices the Hospice mission and core values, and follows all policies and procedures of Tidewell Hospice.


• Under the direction of a licensed physician, manages discomfort and provides symptom relief using specialized nursing skills related to palliative and end-of-life care.


• Provides initial and ongoing assessment of the impact of the terminal diagnosis on the patient’s physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs and activities of daily living.


• In collaboration with the other members of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG); develops implements and updates the individualized plan of care, initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative procedures and initiates referrals to other services; requests complimentary services, as needed.


• Educates patient/resident, family and caregivers regarding disease process and decline, palliative interventions care giving, dying process and safety practices.


• Daily adherence to the customer service acknowledgement processes for facility staff.


• Supervises LPN’s and paraprofessionals providing services to the patient according to regulations.


• Recognizes and maintains professional boundaries in relationships with patient/family/caregiver.


• Applies specific criteria for admission and re-certification to hospice care to establish appropriate levels of care and patient’s eligibility.


• Completes “point of service” documentation within the electronic medical record.


• Reviews and updates the hospice care plan, physician’s orders, medication reconciliation (MAR)/ Pharmacy profile and other records to ensure patient / family needs are met.


• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Florida Nurse Practice Act, Standards of Practice of Hospice Nursing as well as legal, regulatory and CHAP requirements.


• Ability to work within complex family relationships and dynamics.


• Display respectful adherence to Tidewell’s community partner facilities, staff, rules and regulations.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.


• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.


• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.


• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.


• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need:

1. Graduate of approved nursing program and current unrestricted Florida RN license.
2. Valid and current CPR certification required.
3. Minimum one year experience in an acute-care Hospital environment providing direct patient care; previous experience as a Hospice RN preferred.
4. CHPN certification is strongly encouraged within three years of employment.
5. BSN or MSN preferred.
6. An equivalent combination of professional experience and education may be considered as meeting the educational/professional requirements.

What You'll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.