RN Care Advisor Hospice of Okeechobee

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Okeechobee, FLtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R259986
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** Job Profile Summary  Role:
The RN, Case Manager is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), and providing clinical, palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit in order to keep the participant in their home environment as long as possible.

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working  
• Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred  
• Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system  
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy  
• Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule  
• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms  
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written)  
• Ability to visit Participant in their homes to assessments  
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Some locations may require:
* Provides reassurance on the phone to patients and families. Assists in finding solutions to their questions and/or recognizes the need for an in person visit. Coordinates in person visit when needed/or requested.
* Utilizes appropriate support/expert resources or personnel to resolve complex or difficult situations.
* Documents patient/family contact information in the EMR and communicates with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
* Completes initial and semi-annual assessment for all Company services including, but not limited to:  + Explains services to patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient needs, fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner  + Provides information to Physicians and other IDT members and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs  + Initiates skilled nursing interventions to enhance prevention, prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort  + Obtains Physician orders  + Completes documentation per Company policy
* Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
* Communicates frequently with other members of the IDT.
* Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.
* Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.
* Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. petencies:  
• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.
Responsibilities of all employees:  
• Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.  
• Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.  
• Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.  
• Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.  
• Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.  
• Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.  
• Promote the Company through participation in…