Hospice RN Case Manager — Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Optum; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Heart of Hospice, part of the LHC Group within the Optum family, is hiring a Registered Nurse Case Manager to lead the plan of care for hospice patients and coordinate interdisciplinary care.

You will evaluate patient needs, develop treatment plans rooted in nursing theory, and collaborate with families, physicians and the IDG to promote comfort and quality of life in home settings. CPR certified and RN licensed in Louisiana preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Current CPR Certification
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or reliable public transportation
• Ability to work with patients and families across diverse backgrounds and home environments

Responsibilities

• Makes the initial nursing evaluation within 48 hours of referral to determine eligibility for hospice services.
• Identifies the patient/family needs and re-assesses at least every 15 days.
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care.
• Documents problems, goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care.
• Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other IDG members in daily care.
• Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Home care experience

Job description

Heart of Hospice, part of the LHC Group within the Optum family, is hiring a Registered Nurse Case Manager to lead the plan of care for hospice patients and coordinate interdisciplinary care.

You will evaluate patient needs, develop treatment plans rooted in nursing theory, and collaborate with families, physicians and the IDG to promote comfort and quality of life in home settings. CPR certified and RN licensed in Louisiana preferred.