Hospice Case Manager RN: Compassionate Care Leader

Optum; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401(k) contribution

Job summary

CHRISTUS VNA Hospice, part of the Optum family, is seeking an RN Case Manager to deliver the Plan of Care for hospice patients and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. You'll evaluate performance, implement treatment strategies, and support families facing end-of-life, with a focus on physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

This role requires current RN licensure, valid driver's license, and the ability to work in patients' homes; benefits include comprehensive package

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within 48 hours of referral.
• Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed, no less than every 15 days.
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care.
• Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care.
• Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other IDG members in daily care.
• Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition.
• Function in diverse home settings regardless of background.

Skills

RN licensure

Hospice care

Plan of care

Patient assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

CHRISTUS VNA Hospice, part of the Optum family, is seeking an RN Case Manager to deliver the Plan of Care for hospice patients and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. You'll evaluate performance, implement treatment strategies, and support families facing end-of-life, with a focus on physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

This role requires current RN licensure, valid driver's license, and the ability to work in patients' homes; benefits include comprehensive package