Compassionate Palliative Care RN — Case Manager

Hospice of the North Coast; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K matching

Life insurance

Training program

PTO

Holiday pay

Employee assistance

Small service area

Job summary

Hospice of the North Coast is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse to promote hospice and palliative services within the community and to patients and families. The nurse will coordinate care, manage the plan of care, and work closely with physicians, the Palliative Medical Director, and the care team.

The role requires an active California RN license, CHPN preferred, and hospice experience. Strong communication, marketing skills, and reliable transportation are essential for success in this intimate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Current California professional license; CHPN preferred.
• At least one year of hospice experience.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medi-Cal and private insurance guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Good marketing skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Promote hospice and palliative care services to the community, patients and families.
• Initiate and coordinate palliative care plan and provide skilled care.
• Coordinate services with attending physician, Palliative Medical Director and interdisciplinary team.
• Review and update the plan of care; perform prescribed medical treatments including pain management and symptom control.
• Act as Case Manager for Palliative Care patients and provide supervision to the Palliative Care LVN.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Marketing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Hospice of the North Coast is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse to promote hospice and palliative services within the community and to patients and families. The nurse will coordinate care, manage the plan of care, and work closely with physicians, the Palliative Medical Director, and the care team.

The role requires an active California RN license, CHPN preferred, and hospice experience. Strong communication, marketing skills, and reliable transportation are essential for success in this intimate