Compassionate Hospice RN Case Manager - Per Diem

Optum; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive benefits package

incentive and recognition programs

equity stock purchase and 401k

Job summary

Access Hospice Care, part of the LHC Group and Optum family, is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse Case Manager to deliver the Plan of Care for hospice patients. This role requires evaluating performance and ensuring high-quality care aligned with hospice policies.

The ideal candidate holds an unrestricted RN license in the state, has at least 1 year of clinical experience, a valid driver's license or reliable transportation, and may need CPR certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• 1+ years of clinical experience.
• Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within forty-eight (48) hours of referral.
• Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed, no less than every fifteen (15) days.
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care while maintaining accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition.
• Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care.
• Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care daily.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical experience

Driver's license / vehicle access

CPR certification (preferred)

Job description

Access Hospice Care, part of the LHC Group and Optum family, is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse Case Manager to deliver the Plan of Care for hospice patients. This role requires evaluating performance and ensuring high-quality care aligned with hospice policies.

The ideal candidate holds an unrestricted RN license in the state, has at least 1 year of clinical experience, a valid driver's license or reliable transportation, and may need CPR certification within 90 days.