Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN)

Ascend Health; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Mileage Reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ascend Hospice in Overland Park, KS is seeking a dedicated Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) to join our team. The role involves on-call/case management/visits and coordinating care with the healthcare team to ensure continuous, well-coordinated services for patients and families.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree in Nursing, a State RN license, 2 years nursing experience (hospice preferred), and a valid driver's license with willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing is required.
• State Certified RN license is required.
• 2 years' nursing experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial patient and family assessment to determine hospice care needs.
• Regularly re-evaluate patient nursing needs and adjust care plans.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, patient and family, to coordinate care.
• Counsel patients and families on end-of-life needs.
• Initiate appropriate preventive and palliative nursing procedures.
• Communicate with physicians about patient needs and changes in condition.
• Supervise Hospice Aides.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) - Overland Park, KS

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm

(5k hiring bonus)

Ascend Hospice is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) to join our team in Overland Park, KS. As a valued member of our team, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients and their families, while also supporting the overall mission of our organization.

About the Role:

As a Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN), you will be responsible for assisting the Team with On Call/Case Management/Visits to aid in coverage and call outs. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Completing an initial assessment of patient and family to determine hospice care needs
• Regularly re-evaluates the patients nursing needs
• Use assessment data to determine care plan needs
• Collaborate with the entire healthcare team, patient and family, to help direct the work of the team to provide care that is continuous and well-coordinated
• Counsels the patient and family in meeting end of life needs
• Initiates appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures
• Communicates with the physician regarding patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition
• Supervises the Hospice Aides

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Must have a State Certified RN license
• 2 years' experience as a professional nurse, hospice experience preferred
• Must have a valid Driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must be willing to travel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career
• And More!

Why Join Us:

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/DV.