Hospice RN Case Manager – Home Care

Hospice Of Acadiana Inc; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice of Acadiana Inc is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the interdisciplinary team. You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop and manage care plans, and administer medications in collaboration with physicians to maximize patient comfort at end of life.

The role requires two years of RN experience (hospice preferred), Louisiana RN licensure, CPR certification, and strong communication and organizational skills. On-site duties and collaboration with family/caregivers are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Louisiana as an RN.
• 24/7 patient care and family support in hospice settings.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; CPR certification.
• Two years RN experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive initial and ongoing patient/family assessments to determine hospice needs.
• Develop and revise care plans based on nursing diagnoses and patient goals.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician's orders.
• Counsel patients and families and provide self-care instructions.
• Coordinate patient care as Case Manager and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Complete and submit accurate clinical notes and document pain/symptom changes.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Clinical care

Communication

Documentation

CPR certification

Microsoft Office

End-of-life care knowledge

Time management

Education

RN diploma / degree from accredited nursing program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hospice of Acadiana Inc is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the interdisciplinary team. You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop and manage care plans, and administer medications in collaboration with physicians to maximize patient comfort at end of life.

The role requires two years of RN experience (hospice preferred), Louisiana RN licensure, CPR certification, and strong communication and organizational skills. On-site duties and collaboration with family/caregivers are essential.