Compassionate Hospice RN Case Manager (Home Care)

Beaumont ASHN LLC; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Summa Hospice is currently seeking an experienced RN to provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care in patients’ homes within Akron and surrounding areas. You will lead nursing visits, adjust care plans, and coordinate with physicians and families to ensure high-quality care.

The role requires an active RN license and at least one year of RN experience in acute or home care; hospice experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year RN experience in acute or home care.
• Hospice experience preferred but not required.
• Active RN license in state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees patient care from start to end of life.
• Conducts initial and ongoing skilled nurse visits per plan.
• Updates doctor orders in patient chart.
• Notifies physician of significant changes in condition.
• Manages interdisciplinary care as applicable.
• Provides end-of-life care at patient’s home as ordered.
• Observes and monitors patient conditions.
• Individualizes and adjusts plan of care as needed.
• Administers prescribed medications.
• Promotes continuity of care during admissions/discharges.
• Counsels patient and family on disease progression.
• Involves patient and family in care plan development.
• Maintains clear communication with patients, families, and team.
• Oversees care provided by CNAs and LPNs.
• Evaluates treatments and condition per plan of care.
• Assesses level of care needs and appropriateness.
• Communicates supervisory visit results with staff.
• Completes clinical documentation per agency and Medicare guidelines.
• Documents treatments, assessments, and education.
• Notifies scheduler of changes outside normal scope.
• Participates in on-call and case conferences.
• Attends trainings and mandatory meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Compassionate

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Documentation

Driving license

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Summa Hospice is currently seeking an experienced RN to provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care in patients’ homes within Akron and surrounding areas. You will lead nursing visits, adjust care plans, and coordinate with physicians and families to ensure high-quality care.

The role requires an active RN license and at least one year of RN experience in acute or home care; hospice experience is preferred.