RN Case Manager- Hospice

Carilion Medical Center; Rocky Mount (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Company equipment

Sign on bonus eligible

Job summary

Carilion Clinic is seeking a RN Case Manager for Hospice to oversee nursing care and plan of care for patients across ages in the Rocky Mount area. The role emphasizes collaboration with the hospice interdisciplinary team and family to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

The position requires Virginia RN licensure, a graduate of an accredited RN program, and the ability to manage a diverse caseload with strong critical thinking and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Registered Nurse Program.
• Strong critical thinking skills are necessary for complex patient scenarios.
• Experience coordinating care across disciplines is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manages nursing care and develops the plan of care for patients across ages.
• Collaborates with the health care team and family to implement the interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Documents assessments, care plans, and outcomes in the EMR.
• Supervises LPNs and Home Health Aides as required by regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinates hospice patient and family care with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Registered Nurse Program

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Employment Status:

Full time Shift:
Day (United States of America) Facility:
453 South Main St - Rocky Mount Requisition Number:
R163419 RN Case Manager- Hospice (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

The RN Case Manager, Home Health and Hospice manages nursing care and provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. Utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area.Age specific admission and ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care.

RN Case Manager- Hospice. Greater Franklin County coverage area. Mileage reimbursement. Company equipment. Sign on bonus eligible.

• Assumes primary accountability for managing nursing care and providing individualized care for patients of all ages.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care to achieve optimum outcomes.
• Completes and documents age-specific admission and ongoing assessments to support the plan of care.
• Collaborates with the health care team, patient, and family to develop, implement, and revise the interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Administers and documents treatments and medications using electronic medical record systems.
• Ensures patient care orders are current, accurate, implemented, and evaluated for effectiveness.
• Identifies, implements, and documents patient and caregiver education needs.
• Promotes patient safety, patient-centered care, and positive outcomes during transitions of care.
• Serves as a patient advocate and supports patients’ psychological, social, and cultural needs.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development to care for assigned patients.
• Utilizes clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
• Plans strategies to prevent avoidable rehospitalizations, reduce resource use, and improve patient outcomes.
• Manages resources, establishes priorities, and seeks supervisory direction as needed.
• Uses problem-solving skills to resolve patient care and staff issues.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and assigned projects.
• Assists with providing orientation to new employees and serves as a clinical role model.
• Manages all aspects of assigned patient care, including case conferences and care coordination.
• Supervises LPNs and Home Health Aides as required by regulatory guidelines.
• Maintains accurate and current case management documentation.
• Ensures visit frequencies reflect provider orders and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborates with scheduling, billing, and other departments to support care coordination, authorization, and communication of patient financial obligations.
• Performs skilled visits, including OASIS and recertification visits, as needed.
• Coordinates required forms, including BIPA, ABN, HHABN, or other forms required by CMS or agency policy.
• Securely uses electronic devices to access, transfer, and synchronize information to support communication and continuity of care.
• Coordinates hospice patient and family care in collaboration with the hospice interdisciplinary team, Medical Director, and attending physician.
• Utlizes understanding of hospice care concepts and issues related to caring for terminally ill patients.
• Provides competent, compassionate care in a variety of settings.
• Complies with hospice policies and procedures.
• Participates in special hospice events, such as grief camps and memorial services.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of accredited Registered Nurse Program.

Experience: none

Licensure/Certifications/Registration: Currently licensed as Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia or approved compact state. Must have valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and personal vehicle for making home visits.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Keyboarding skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and assesses data reflective of the patient's status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and provides care according to departmental policies and procedures. Work involves application of advanced knowledge and skills of patient care. Strong critical thinking skills are necessary and needed to interpret laws and regulations related to CHCS and Carilion Clinic. Work is performed in a patient care environment and is often fast paced, requiring use of prioritization skills. Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.