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Patient Care RN jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care, rehabilitation, and home health settings, from new-grad to senior and charge nurse levels, with specializations in med-surg, telemetry, and critical care. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Advance Hospice Care. Lead Clinical Excellence. Inspire Compassionate Teams.
We are seeking a dedicated Patient Care Manager to join our hospice team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, you will oversee patient care activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant hospice services. This leadership role involves managing clinical operations, coordinating care, and developing staff to uphold the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance.
As a Hospice Patient Care Manager, You Will:
- Oversee and direct patient care services to ensure the delivery of high-quality hospice care
- Manage visit scheduling, including reassigned, missed, declined, or rescheduled visits—making decisions based on clinical judgment and priority
- Triage incoming phone referrals and medical concerns in a timely, compassionate, and professional manner
- Lead or facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings, including presenting patient updates, reviewing charts, coordinating care plans, and documenting minutes
- Serve as a mentor, trainer, and clinical support to associates, supporting development, performance, and compliance
- Ensure all care delivery meets federal, state, and local regulatory standards, as well as company policies and procedures
- Support performance improvement initiatives, quality assessments, and operational efficiencies within your location
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
- Current RN license in the state of employment
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Minimum of 3 years of direct patient care experience, including 2 years in a hospice or home-based care setting
- Demonstrated ability to apply hospice principles, industry standards, and regulatory compliance (Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC)
- Knowledge and compassion for terminally ill patients and their families
- Ability to lead a diverse care team while adapting to the emotional and clinical needs of patients from various backgrounds
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills
- Competency in clinical documentation and technology systems
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Previous leadership, team management, or supervisory experience in hospice or home health
- Familiarity with EMR systems and telehealth platforms
- Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN)
Advance Hospice Care. Lead Clinical Excellence. Inspire Compassionate Teams.
We are seeking a dedicated Patient Care Manager to join our hospice team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, you will oversee patient care activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant hospice services. This leadership role involves managing clinical operations, coordinating care, and developing staff to uphold the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance.
As a Hospice Patient Care Manager, You Will:
- Oversee and direct patient care services to ensure the delivery of high-quality hospice care
- Manage visit scheduling, including reassigned, missed, declined, or rescheduled visits—making decisions based on clinical judgment and priority
- Triage incoming phone referrals and medical concerns in a timely, compassionate, and professional manner
- Lead or facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings, including presenting patient updates, reviewing charts, coordinating care plans, and documenting minutes
- Serve as a mentor, trainer, and clinical support to associates, supporting development, performance, and compliance
- Ensure all care delivery meets federal, state, and local regulatory standards, as well as company policies and procedures
- Support performance improvement initiatives, quality assessments, and operational efficiencies within your location
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
- Current RN license in the state of employment
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Minimum of 3 years of direct patient care experience, including 2 years in a hospice or home-based care setting
- Demonstrated ability to apply hospice principles, industry standards, and regulatory compliance (Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC)
- Knowledge and compassion for terminally ill patients and their families
- Ability to lead a diverse care team while adapting to the emotional and clinical needs of patients from various backgrounds
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills
- Competency in clinical documentation and technology systems
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Previous leadership, team management, or supervisory experience in hospice or home health
- Familiarity with EMR systems and telehealth platforms
- Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN)
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Who's Hiring
- Bayhealth54
- Gentiva39
- Optum29
- US Department of Veterans Affairs17
- AccentCare15
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services42
- Insurance6
- Education1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in patient care RN jobs.
- Active RN license in the state of employment
- Current BLS certification required at time of hire
- Associate degree in nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Minimum one year of acute care or clinical experience preferred
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- ACLS certification required for telemetry, ICU, or step-down unit roles
Tips for Your Patient Care RN Job Search
Tailor your resume to each unit
Hospitals screen for unit-specific keywords like telemetry monitoring, central line care, or fall prevention protocols. Pull the exact clinical language from the job posting and mirror it in your experience bullets, not your objective statement.
List every active certification you hold
Patient care rn postings frequently require BLS, ACLS, or unit-specific credentials like NIHSS or TNCC. Put certifications in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so recruiters and ATS systems find them without scanning your full work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists patient care rn openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by shift type before you apply
Night, rotating, and weekend-only shifts often close faster and face less competition than day shifts. If you're open to those schedules, prioritize them in your search and say so explicitly in your cover letter to stand out from applicants who don't address availability.
Prepare for a two-stage clinical interview
Most hospital systems run a behavioral screen followed by a unit manager conversation covering clinical judgment scenarios. Practice STAR-format answers for patient deterioration, conflict with a physician, and prioritizing multiple high-acuity patients, since all three come up routinely.
Negotiate start date and shift differential separately
Base pay is often fixed by pay band, but start date, shift differential, and sign-on bonus are frequently negotiable. After receiving an offer, ask specifically about differential rates for nights and weekends and whether the sign-on bonus has a repayment clause tied to tenure.
Patient Care RN Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most patient care rns?
The companies hiring the most patient care rns right now include Bayhealth, Gentiva, and Optum, with the largest share of openings in Delaware, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large health systems and regional hospital networks consistently account for the majority of active postings.
How many patient care rn jobs are remote?
About 13% of patient care rn openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most professional roles given the hands-on nature of bedside care. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote work include case management, utilization review, and telephonic triage, where direct patient contact is not required.
How do you become a patient care rn?
You become a patient care rn by completing an accredited nursing program, either an associate degree in nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, then passing the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. After licensure, most entry-level hospital positions require or strongly prefer completing a structured nurse residency or new-grad program, which provides supervised clinical rotations across units before independent assignment.
Can you get hired as a patient care rn with little experience?
Yes, new graduate patient care rns are hired regularly through new-grad residency programs that most large hospital systems run on a cohort basis throughout the year. Strengthening your application without experience means emphasizing clinical rotation hours, any CNA or patient care technician work, BLS and ACLS certifications, and a cover letter that names the specific unit you're applying to and why it matches your clinical training.
What does the patient care rn interview process look like?
The patient care rn interview process typically runs in two stages: an initial screen with a nurse recruiter or HR representative focused on your background and availability, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with the unit manager covering clinical scenarios and behavioral questions. Some systems add a brief skills assessment or require documentation review before extending an offer, and the full process from application to offer commonly takes two to four weeks.
Where can I find and apply to patient care rn jobs?
You can find and apply to patient care rn jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that fit your specialty, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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