RN- Case Manager

Registered Nurse - Hospice Patient Case Manager (RN)
Full Time Position
We are looking for compassionate, talented and experienced Registered Nurses (RN) to join our Hospice & Palliative Care Team. Join a dynamic team of professionals who have proven that hospice care is not just a business, but a true calling. At Hospice, we strive to support and improve the overall quality of life for the patients we serve. Enjoy a work life balance with a Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. schedule with no weekends or holidays required.

Join the Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. Team
At Hospice & Palliative Care, we are a team of health care professionals who are committed to providing quality, compassionate end-of-life care. Our Registered Nurses (RN's) enhance the lives of patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones, during a time when compassionate care is needed most. We are looking to add dedicated RN's who can make difference in the lives of our patients and their families by respecting patient choice, providing comfort and promoting dignity, while creating positive contributions in their community.

Registered Nurse RN Job Responsibilities:

• Will have a manageable case load in the community.
• Report patient care/condition/progress to patient's physician and team on a continuous basis.
• Delegates and supervises care given by CHHA's/LPN's
• Implement patient care plan in conjunction with patient and family to assist them in achieving optimal resolution of needs/problems.
• Prepare appropriate medical documentation on all patients, including any case conferences, patient contacts, medication order changes, re-certifications, progress updates, and care plan changes. Prepare visit/shift reports, updates/summarizes patient records, and confers with other health care disciplines in providing optimum patient care.
• Provide hands-on care, management and evaluation of the care plan and teaching of the patient in accordance with physician orders. Revise plan in consultation with physician based on ongoing assessments and as required by policy/regulation.
• Administer on-going care and case management for each patient, provide necessary follow-up as directed by the Clinical Leadership.
• Provide admission, case management, and follow-up skilled nursing visits for hospice patients as necessary.
• Participates in bi-weekly team meetings and case conferences, as necessary, to assure appropriate care and service are provided to the patient.
• Exhibits an attitude which promotes teamwork in the workplace.
• Promotes quality, comprehensive services through a team approach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: Must have current RN licensure in the state of New York.

• Valid new York State Driver's License and Automobile Insurance.
• At least two years of experience preferred as a nurse in a hospital, nursing home, oncology, home health agency, hospice, or long term care facility.

Skills and Abilities: Shall have a genuine interest in hospice. Must be able to assess, evaluate and communicate effectively. Must demonstrate sound knowledge and actions in patient care and decision making. CPR certification required, other medical skills highly encouraged Participates in continuing education to broaden knowledge and acquire skills necessary to be effective in all aspects of job performance. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.'Benefits:100% Paid Family Health insurance, Dental and Vision insurance, retirement plan, paid mileage
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36.47 - $39.79 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• Requirements

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: On the road