RN Case Manager

Community Healthcare of Texas; Dallas (TX); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive Pay

Generous PTO

Life Insurance

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSAs and HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Mileage reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Community Healthcare of Texas is seeking an RN Case Manager in Dallas to coordinate hospice services, assess patient and family needs, and develop ongoing plans of care.

The role requires nursing licensure in Texas, 1 year of nursing experience, and hospice case management experience. The position involves collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, on-call duties, and guidance of LVN/CNA staff.

Qualifikationen

• Active RN license in Texas.
• 1 year of nursing experience required.
• 2+ years hospice case management strongly preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Proficient computer skills; MS Office experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Meet with patients and families to explain hospice services and coordinate admission.
• Develop and update the care plan based on nursing diagnoses and patient needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Provide patient education and coordinate with the clinical team.
• Supervise LVN and CNA care plans as required.
• Participate in on-call rotations and admissions as needed.

Kenntnisse

Nursing

Case management

Computer skills

Hospice experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

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

The Case Manager meets with patients and families to explain the scope of hospice services, coordinates admission of the patient, and develops the 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 physician's 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.