Hospice RN Case Manager (South OC)

Acacia Health (Palliative, Home Health, & Hospice)

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 61,992 - 96,432

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Acacia Health is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide hospice services in patients’ homes and communities in South Orange County. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and coordinate care with families, acting as Case Manager for assigned caseload.

The role requires CA RN license, CPR certification, and a valid CA driver license. Previous HomecareHomebase experience is preferred; hours are part-time per visit with 8-hour day shifts available.

Qualifications

CA RN License
Compassionate & Caring
HomecareHomebase (Pointcare) Experience
CPR certification
CA Driver License

Responsibilities

Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.
Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward selfsufficiency and optional comfort care.
Acts as Case Manager and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes in HomecareHomebase (Pointcare).
Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.
Teaches the patient and family/caregiver selfcare techniques as appropriate.
Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.
Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments.

Skills

Compassionate & Caring

CA RN License

CPR certification

CA Driver License

Tools

HomecareHomebase (Pointcare)

Job description

We at Acacia believe in a patient first approach. You must be compassionate, caring, and work with your heart. We are more than just a team as we treat each other as family. If you are looking for a hospice agency that treats patients & team members like family, then Acacia is for you. www.acaciahealth.net

Work Location: On the road

Service Coverage Area: South Orange County

Job Description Summary

The RN plans, organizes and directs hospice, and plans and directs services to meet the needs of patients and their families within their homes and communities.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward selfsufficiency and optional comfort care.
Acts as Case Manager and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes in HomecareHomebase (Pointcare).
Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.
Teaches the patient and family/caregiver selfcare techniques as appropriate.
Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.
Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments.

Position Qualifications