Compassionate Hospice RN Case Manager | Impactful Home Care

Caregivers of Chariton, LLC; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO & holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring is hiring a Registered Nurse Case Manager to assess hospice patients and families, coordinate care, and educate caregivers across various care settings. The role involves monitoring patient conditions, communicating changes to the care team, and supporting bereavement services to families.

The position requires an active RN license, 1+ year of clinical nursing experience, and the ability to travel between patient homes.

Qualifications

• Current State license as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• 1+ year of experience as a nurse in a clinical care setting.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
• Experience in hospice or home health environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess hospice patients and families to identify physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental needs.
• Monitor patient condition and promptly communicate significant changes to the physician and care team.
• Educate and support patients, families, caregivers, and facility staff in following the interdisciplinary Plan of Care.
• Provide education on hospice philosophy, pain management, and symptom management to staff in nursing homes, hospitals, and other care settings.
• Provide compassionate support at the time of death and complete bereavement assessments for families and caregivers.

Skills

Communication

Patient care planning

Hospice experience

Interdisciplinary education

Education

Registered Nurse license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Elara Caring is hiring a Registered Nurse Case Manager to assess hospice patients and families, coordinate care, and educate caregivers across various care settings. The role involves monitoring patient conditions, communicating changes to the care team, and supporting bereavement services to families.

The position requires an active RN license, 1+ year of clinical nursing experience, and the ability to travel between patient homes.