RN Hospice Case Manager *Eligible Columbus, GA.) ProHealth Healt

JOB SUMMARY

To provide nursing care to terminally ill hospice patients as needed. To provide assistance and understanding to families in the home‑care situation and during bereavement. To work as a member of the hospice team in providing hospice care.

Educational/Degree: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Training/Licensure: Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate and at times quick judgments; ability to supervise others appropriately; ability to respond appropriately to crises outside of a hospital setting; acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural, and religious modes; completion of a hospice training program.

Experience: Minimum two years of experience as a registered nurse (preferred). Active patient contact within the past three years preferred.

Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes, and maximal assistance in lifting and/or transferring a 100‑pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of an annual TB test and other state‑required tests or examinations.

Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available, and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative, and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions, and hazardous materials.

Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and reliable transportation.

• Regularly assess and re‑assess the nursing needs of hospice patients.
• Provide dietary counseling.
• Provide hospice nursing services, treatments, and preventive procedures.
• Initiate nursing procedures appropriate for the patient’s hospice care and safety.
• Observe signs and symptoms and report to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
• Teach, supervise, and counsel hospice patients and family members about providing care for the patient.
• Supervise and train other nursing service personnel.
• Develop and re‑evaluate the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.
• Perform specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
• Attend team conferences.
• Maintain records as required by hospice.
• Follow the policies and procedures of hospice, observe confidentiality, and safeguard all patient‑related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Always communicate to the supervisor if unable to meet a patient’s need or perform a procedure.
• Participate in the on‑call system and be responsible for providing on‑call coverage when unavailable for assigned duties.
• Maintain skills and knowledge.
• Work with the interdisciplinary group concept of patient care.
• Coordinate the implementation of the plan of care for patients residing in SNF, NF, ICF, or MR.
• Organize work schedule and utilize time management to attend all required meetings.
• Comply with agency infection control policies and protocols.
• Assist with orientation, teaching, and training as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

The Pro Health group of companies are equal‑opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other legally protected characteristic.