Hospice RN Case Manager: Compassionate Home Care Leader

Beaumont ASHN; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adena Hospice in Chillicothe, OH seeks a Registered Nurse Case Manager to lead patient assessment and plan of care, coordinating all disciplines to deliver quality, cost-effective, and billable care through direct care and supervision.

The RN will supervise care from home visits to end-of-life support, document thoroughly, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and aides. On-call rotation is included as part of the role.

Qualifications

• One year of RN experience in acute care or home care is required.
• Hospice experience is preferred.
• Maintains active RN license in the state of employment.
• Professional appearance and adherence to policies are expected.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and compassionate with patients and families.
• Knowledge of nursing best practices and sound clinical judgment.
• Disciplined work ethic; ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name.

Responsibilities

• Oversees overall patient care from beginning to end of life.
• Performs initial, comprehensive, and ongoing skilled nurse visits.
• Updates all doctor orders in patient chart as needed.
• Notifies doctor of significant changes in the patient's condition.
• Manages interdisciplinary care with applicable staff.
• Provides end-of-life care in the patient's home as ordered.
• Administers medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Maintains communication with patients, families, physicians and coworkers.
• Supervises care provided by nurse aides and LPNs.
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and education.
• Participates in on-call requirements and case conferences.
• Attends trainings and mandatory agency meetings.

Job description

Adena Hospice in Chillicothe, OH seeks a Registered Nurse Case Manager to lead patient assessment and plan of care, coordinating all disciplines to deliver quality, cost-effective, and billable care through direct care and supervision.

The RN will supervise care from home visits to end-of-life support, document thoroughly, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and aides. On-call rotation is included as part of the role.