Case Manager RN

BaneCare Management; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Longwood Hospice in the North Shore area is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to coordinate the patient and family/caregiver Plan of Care from referral to discharge. You will collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and communicate changes in patient status with the attending physician and SNF partners.

The role requires an active MA RN license, solid computer skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing (MA).
• Competent with computers (MS Word, MS Excel).
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Independent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient and family/c caregiver Plan of Care from referral to discharge.
• Facilitate communication about changes in patient status among IDT and attending physician.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver direct nursing care to patients and families as needed.
• Visit each patient at least every 14 days.
• Maintain a productive time per Hospice policy with direct care and care coordination.

Skills

RN License MA

Case Management

Communication Skills

Computer skills

Job description

Longwood Hospice - North Shore Area

Longwood Hospice is currently seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager!

Case Manager (RN): Full-Time

Longwood Hospice - North Shore Area

Longwood Hospice is currently seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager!

Essential Job Functions and Duties:

• In conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), manage and coordinate the patient and family/caregiver Plan of Care from referral to discharge.
• Facilitate communication about changes in the patient’s status among IDT members and the patient’s attending physician.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver direct nursing care to patients and families according to the patient’s need.
• Visit each patient at least every 14 days in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a minimum Productivity Standard according to Hospice Policy. Productive time consists of face-to-face contact with patients and families in the form of direct care activities. Productive time also includes coordination of care activities with families, physicians, and host nursing facility partners, such as: TQMs, at-risk meetings, information presentations, or meet and greets.
• Perform a comprehensive assessment of the Patient/family and develop a Plan of Care and ensures the POC is up to date and reviewed at every team meeting.
• Assess patient needs for necessary therapies (PT, OT, and ST) and consult to assist in quality of life and comfort care.
• Ensure that all care is provided consistently with respect for patient rights. Report any/all allegations of patient abuse, neglect, and/or misappropriation of property in accordance with Hospice policies.
• Communicate all aspects of patient care with SNF/caregivers.
• Supervise and document Home Health Aide Care Plans and document supervisory visits.
• Participate in regularly scheduled Hospice IDT meetings to coordinate the care of the patient and family, exchange information, problem solve and receive staff support and education.
• Participate in the on-call nursing rotation schedule.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications and Entrance Requirements:

• Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the MA State Board.
• Must have demonstrable competency with computers (MS Word, MS Excel, etc.)
• Solid verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Experience working independently with minimal supervision is required.
• Candidates must successfully complete criminal background check and physical prior to completing orientation.

Preferred skills and/or experience:

• Previous experience in hospice preferred.
• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to travel to facility sites daily.

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