RN Field Case Manager - North of I-10

Houston Hospice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Hospice is seeking an RN Field Case Manager for the North of I-10 area in Houston, TX. This full-time professional role oversees overall case management and coordinates care with clients, families, and providers to ensure timely access to primary physicians or psychiatrists.

You will develop and maintain case plans, document per state regulations, and train staff on referral processes while collaborating with RNs, LPNs, and other stakeholders to support compassionate end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Two years of RN experience preferred.
• LPN/LVN experience preferred.
• Experience as a Case Manager preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with RNs, LPNs, and other providers.
• Maintain case documentation per state regulations.
• Develop and maintain case plans based on clinical assessment and family needs.
• Ensure that clients are seen by a primary physician or psychiatrist within 24 hours of admission.
• Provide training to staff on client management and referral processes.

Skills

Case management

Care coordination

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

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RN Field Case Manager - North of I-10

Full Time Full-Time Professional Houston, TX, US

Houston Hospice has been providing uncompromising, compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in our community for over 40 years. We are a non-profit organization that is community based. We are committed to being the highest quality hospice provider wherever we serve patients and families. Houston Hospice is a proud member of the Texas Medical Center.

As a Case Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the case. You will be responsible for the coordination of care with the client, family, and other providers. You will also be responsible for the coordination of care with other providers and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate care with providers, including: Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)
• Maintain case documentation in accordance with state regulations.
• Maintain case notes in accordance with state regulations.
• Develop and maintain case plans for each client on the basis of clinical assessment and family needs.
• Ensure that clients are seen by a primary physician or psychiatrist within 24 hours of admission.
• Coordinate care with other providers as necessary
• Maintain appropriate communication with the admitting physician or psychiatrist regarding progress reports, changes in status, and as necessary, refer patients to other providers or services.
• Conduct home visits as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Review patient charts weekly to ensure appropriate follow-up and referral as necessary.
• Ensure that appropriate follow-up is provided by all other providers as necessary.
• Coordinate care with community agencies as necessary to ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Provide training to staff on client management and referral processes.
• Develop, modify, and maintain case files as needed in accordance with state regulations.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the agency or organization that employs you.

Experience:

• Registered Nurse: 2 years (Preferred)
• Licensed Practical Nurse: 2 years (Preferred)
• Case Managers: 2 years (Preferred)