RN Case Manager

Anchor Health; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Health in Fremont, CA is seeking a dedicated Hospice Registered Nurse to perform initial and ongoing assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.

The role requires California RN license, CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of nursing experience in home care or hospice. You will travel to patient homes and collaborate with families to meet patient goals.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Current CA RN license.
• Current CPR Certificate.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience in home care, hospice, or public health (or two years with BSN).
• Must have a valid CA driver license and insured automobile.
• Excellent observation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes initial, comprehensive assessments of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides physical assessment and history of current and past illness.
• Performs home visits and evaluates patient status.
• Initiates and revises the plan of care as patient needs change.
• Develops care plans with goals based on nursing diagnosis and family involvement.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Attends Interdisciplinary Group Meetings and collaborates with the team.
• Completes and maintains accurate clinical notes on patient condition and care.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates tasks.

Skills

California RN License

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Duties of Hospice Registered Nurse Include:

• Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness.
• Conducts home visits and assesses/evaluates patient's status.
• 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.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Attends and participates in Interdisciplinary Group Meetings.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• Current RN license in California
• Current CPR Certificate
• Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three years OR (b) have a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing and current RN license. Minimum of two years experience, at least one of which is in the area of public, home care, or hospice nursing.
• Must have a valid CA driver license and an automobile that is insured in accordance with the requirements of state of California and is in good working order.
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills and nursing skills per competency checklist.

Job Types: Full-time