RN Case Manager

Community-Healthcare-of-Texas; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Mileage reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Community Healthcare of Texas is seeking an RN Case Manager in Cleburne, TX. The role involves meeting with patients and families, coordinating admissions, and maintaining ongoing plans of care within hospice services.

The position requires Texas nursing licensure, a valid driver’s license, and experience in nursing with a preference for hospice case management. Responsibilities include clinical documentation, collaboration with physicians, and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience.
• Hospice case management experience preferred (2+ years).
• Proficient with computers; Microsoft Office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients and families to explain scope of hospice services; coordinate admission and ongoing plan of care.
• Provide nursing care using the nursing process; assess and re-evaluate patient status.
• Develop care plans with goals based on nursing diagnosis and patient/family input.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician.
• Coordinate patient care as Case Manager under supervision.
• Document and communicate patient condition, changes, and orders to physicians.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Case Management

Driver's License

Nursing Experience

Hospice Case Management

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RN Case Manager

Full Time Cleburne, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2218

Community Healthcare of Texas has provided hospice and palliative care services since 1996. Our mission is to provide compassionate care for individuals living with serious illnesses while supporting their loved ones who care for them.

Community Healthcare of Texas is currently recruiting for an RN Case Manager.

POSITION SUMMARY

Meet with patients and families to explain the scope of hospice services, coordinate admission of patients, and ongoing plan of care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process
• Assess and evaluate the patient’s status by writing and initiating a plan of care. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs, and participating in revising the plan of care as necessary
• Develop a care plan that establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates hospice nursing actions. Include the patient and the family in the planning process
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
• Provide healthcare instruction to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan
• Act as Case Manager when assigned by the clinical Supervisor and assume responsibility to coordinate patient care for the assigned caseload
• Complete, maintain, and submit accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient’s condition and care given. Record pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate
• Communicate with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and report changes in the patient’s condition, obtain/receive physicians’ orders as needed
• Communicate with community health-related persons to coordinate the care plan
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for the patient
• Work in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the needs of the patient and family/caregiver
• Attend interdisciplinary group meetings
• Participate in on-call rotation; may assist with admits
• Manage assigned patients equally, regardless of severity, contagion, or complexity of diagnosis
• Supervise LVN and CNA care plans and delegate responsibilities when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse in the state of Texas
• Hold a valid driver’s license and have a dependable means of transportation
• 1 year of nursing experience
• Case Management experience (hospice)
• 2+ years of experience in hospice case management strongly preferred
• Proficient skills using a computer are required; Microsoft Office suite experience is preferred.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off Programs
• Company-provided Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.