Hospice RN Case Manager - McHenry, Mount Pleasant, & Northbook, IL

Title: Hospice RN Case Manager – Meaningful Care + Supportive Team | North Suburbs (IL)

If you’re a hospice or home health RN, you already know—this work is about more than tasks and checklists. It’s about having the time, support, and space to truly care for patients and their families.

This opportunity is with a well-established hospice team in the North Suburbs of Chicago that is focused on creating a more sustainable and supportive environment for nurses doing this important work.

What makes this role different

• A team that understands the emotional and clinical demands of hospice care

• Structured support, including dedicated after-hours nurses (you’re not carrying everything alone)

• Thoughtful approach to scheduling and patient coordination

• The ability to work independently while still feeling supported

The role

As a Hospice RN Case Manager, you’ll manage and coordinate care for patients in a home-based setting, working closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing patient care in hospice settings

• Coordinating with physicians and care teams

• Supporting patients and families through all stages of care

• Providing leadership and guidance within the care team

Schedule & structure

• Monday–Friday schedule (daytime hours with flexibility in start/end times)

• Limited on-call expectations:

  • 1 weekend day per month (scheduled visits + overnight on-call)

  • 2 weekday on-call shifts per month

• Dedicated after-hours RN team in place for additional support

• Additional compensation provided for on-call coverage

• 2 holidays per year + floating holidays

Territory

• Local travel within a defined service area

• Focus on maintaining reasonable coverage and minimizing unnecessary travel

What they’re looking for

• Active RN license in Illinois

• 1+ year of hospice or home health experience

• Experience in case management or care coordination

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently

• A passion for patient-centered, end-of-life care

Certifications:

• AHA BLS (required)

• AHA ACLS (required)

Compensation

• $70,000 - 90,000 annually

• Additional stipends for on-call coverage

Location

Openings available in McHenry, Mount Pleasant, and Northbrook, IL

A note for experienced nurses

If you’ve worked in hospice or home health, you know how important it is to have the right team, manageable expectations, and support in place.

This role is best suited for nurses who value autonomy, but also want to feel backed by a team that understands the realities of the work.

Interested?

If you’re open to learning more—or even just curious about how this role compares to your current situation—feel free to apply or reach out directly.