Hospice RN Case Manager

Acacia Health (Palliative, Home Health, & Hospice)

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for hospice care in Irvine, CA. The RN will assess and coordinate care for patients in their homes and communities. Responsibilities include developing care plans, managing cases, and maintaining clinical documentation. Candidates must have a California RN license and experience in hospice. Benefits include 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

1 year of experience in hospice care is required.
Must possess a CA Driver License.
Experience with HomecareHomebase (Pointcare) is essential.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine hospice needs.
Develop and adjust care plans in collaboration with patients and families.
Serve as Case Manager for assigned patients and coordinate their care.
Maintain accurate clinical notes in HomecareHomebase.

Skills

Compassionate & Caring

HomecareHomebase (Pointcare) Experience

CPR certification

Education

CA RN License

California RN license (Required)

Job description

Work Location: On the road

Service Coverage Area: Orange County

Job Summary

The RN plans, organizes and directs hospice, and plans and directs services to meet the needs of patients and their families within their homes and communities.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward selfsufficiency and optional comfort care.
Acts as Case Manager and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes in HomecareHomebase (Pointcare).
Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.
Teaches the patient and family/caregiver selfcare techniques as appropriate.
Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.
Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments.

Position Qualifications