Hospice RN Case Manager

Advanced-Health-Care-6; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced-Health-Care-6 is seeking a Hospice RN Case Manager to coordinate and manage care for patients in a hospice setting. The role demands strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

The position is full-time with weekdays, day shift (9 AM–5 PM) in Meridian, Idaho. Valid RN license, CPR, and hospice experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the practicing state.
• 1 year hospice experience preferred; minimum RN experience in hospice or related setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation for home visits.
• Current CPR certification and hospice regulatory knowledge.
• Experience with electronic medical records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Provide skilled nursing care including pain and symptom management.
• Coordinate and supervise hospice aides and healthcare staff.
• Communicate with patients, families, and physicians about progress.
• Monitor patient well-being and support end-of-life care with dignity.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to align care with patient wishes.
• Ensure compliance with hospice guidelines and documentation requirements.
• Provide bereavement support to families when needed.
• Participate in team meetings and address barriers to goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Pain and symptom management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

The Hospice RN Case Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing the care of patients in a hospice setting, providing skilled nursing services and overseeing the implementation of care plans. This role requires strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage patient care autonomously while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Schedule:

Full-Time, Weekdays (M-F), Day Shift, 9 AM - 5 PM

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify healthcare needs, develop individualized care plans, and update plans as needed.
• Provide skilled nursing care, including pain and symptom management, medication administration, and patient education, in accordance with the care plan and physician orders.
• Coordinate and supervise the activities of hospice aides and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team to update them on patient progress, discuss treatment plans, and address any concerns.
• Monitor patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, ensuring their comfort and dignity during end-of-life care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care strategies that align with patients' wishes and goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, documentation requirements, and facility policies and procedures related to hospice care.
• Provide bereavement support and resources to patients' families and caregivers as needed.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss patient care plans, progress, and any barriers to achieving patient goals.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Hospice Director or designated supervisor.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• 1 year preferred hospice experience.
• Minimum of one year of experience as an RN in a hospice or related healthcare setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines governing hospice care and documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting.
• Experience with electronic medical record systems and documentation preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and transfer patients, as well as carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of prolonged standing, bending, squatting, and walking during home visits.
• Fine motor skills for documentation and administering treatments.
• Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.
• Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

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