Hospice RN - Case Manager

Care Initiatives; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives Hospice is seeking an RN Case Manager to provide compassionate, patient-centered care across home, long-term care, assisted living, or hospital settings. You will meet patients where they are and coordinate with the care team to implement tailored plans of care.

Ideal candidates will hold an Iowa RN license, CPR certification, hospice experience, and be willing to travel within the region. This role emphasizes education for families and ongoing assessment to ensure quality

Qualifications

• Active Iowa RN license.
• Active CPR certification.
• Hospice or palliative care experience.
• Two (2) years of verifiable nursing experience preferred.
• Current driver’s license and ability to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care in the patient’s residence.
• Develop and oversee plan of care with physician oversight.
• Perform initial and comprehensive patient assessments.
• Conduct continuous visits and interdisciplinary assessments.
• Provide clear, concise clinical documentation.
• Counsel patients, caregivers, and families per plan of care.
• Update plan of care to meet patient-specific needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical nursing knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Iowa RN license

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) seeking to make a profound impact in the lives of patients during their final stages? Join Care Initiatives Hospice as an RN Case Manager, where you'll provide comprehensive care that truly matters. Our RN Case Managers go above and beyond by meeting patients and families where they feel most comfortable, whether it's at home, a long-term care community, assisted living residence, or hospital. This personalized approach ensures tailored care that meets their unique needs.

What will you do as a Hospice RN Case Manager? Here are just a few of the responsibilities:

• Use clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, and procedural skills to deliver high quality patient care in the patient's place of residence.
• Develop and oversee plan of care under the direction of the physician and ensure appropriate interdisciplinary involvement to ensure the best outcome for each patient.
• Perform initial and comprehensive assessments on all patients in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Continuous visits and interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.
• Deliver quality care and completes clear, concise, and accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide patient, caregiver and family counseling and education as indicated in the plan of care.
• Develop and continually update plan of care that identifies the care and services required to meet patient-specific needs.

What it takes to be an RN Case Manager with Care Initiatives Hospice:

• Active Iowa RN license.
• Active CPR certification.
• Hospice or palliative care experience.
• Two (2) years of verifiable experience working as a nurse (RN/LPN), preferred.
• Current driver's license, automobile liability insurance, and the ability to travel between multiple locations within your region.
• Home access to the internet.
• Ability to obtain Hospice and Palliative Registered Nurse Certification (CHPN) within 24 months of employment.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn - no more waiting for payday!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

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