Hospice RN Field Care Manager

Houston Hospice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Hospice is seeking a Full Time RN Field Case Manager for the South of I-10 area in Houston, TX. The role focuses on the overall management of a patient’s case and coordination with families and the multidisciplinary team.

The candidate must be a licensed Texas RN with hospice or hospital experience, BLS certification, and willingness to travel to multiple locations. Documentation in the clinical information system and family education are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Texas license.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• 1+ years of hospice experience or experience in a hospital setting is required.
• Current certification in basic life support.
• Ability to function as part of interdisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal skills – able to communicate with team members and patients from a diverse community.
• Knowledge about hospice industry and experience in a hospice or hospital setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience using a clinical information system is preferred.
• Reliable transportation and/or reliable insured vehicle and valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care case management work appropriate for a licensed RN.
• Participates in the development of the patient’s plan of care and coordinates the services and activities of the multidisciplinary team in respect to the plan of care
• Documents activities and assessments in the clinical information system.
• Provides support to patient’s family/friends including education, expectations, and reporting changes in condition
• Understands and is compliant with organizational policies and processes relating to regulatory, accreditation and privacy standards
• Performs other duties as required and/or requested by management

Skills

RN

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Texas nursing license

Job description

Houston Hospice is seeking a Full Time RN Field Case Manager for the South of I-10 area in Houston, TX. The role focuses on the overall management of a patient’s case and coordination with families and the multidisciplinary team.

The candidate must be a licensed Texas RN with hospice or hospital experience, BLS certification, and willingness to travel to multiple locations. Documentation in the clinical information system and family education are required.