Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager

Company:

Providence at Home with Compassus $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

Join a team where compassionate care meets clinical excellence with Providence at Home with Compassus, leaders in home-based hospice and palliative services. We are seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) who is passionate about providing person-centered care in the home  this meaningful role, you will assess the needs of patients and families, provide professional nursing care utilizing all elements of the nursing process, and collaborate closely with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop, implement, and direct individualized plans of care.

The Hospice Registered Nurse brings clinical expertise, compassion, and a commitment to helping patients live with dignity and comfort throughout end-of-life care. The Registered Nurse plans, organizes, and directs Hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with an emphasis on community health education and experience.

The Hospice nurse builds from the resources of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to plan and direct services that meet the needs of individuals and families within their home environments. May provide patient care to premature infants, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young, middle, and older adults.

Position-Specific Responsibilities Completes assessment of patients and families to determine Hospice needs.

Provides a complete physical assessment and history and provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.

Writes and initiates the Plan of Care in collaboration with the IDG.Regularly reevaluates patient, family, and caregiver needs and revises the Plan of Care as necessary.

Initiates the Plan of Care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.

Develops a care plan in conjunction with the patient, family, caregiver, and IDG that establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.

May administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the IDG-approved Plan of Care.

Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call procedures.

Maintains productivity standards as set by organizational guidelines.

Documentation/Information Management Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient’s condition and care provided.

Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.

Participates in the orientation, education, and development of team members.

Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.

Education and/or Experience

Required:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Nursing.

Preferred: 1 year of experience practicing as a registered nurse. Experience as a Hospice CNA or Hospice LPN will be considered.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

Required:

Current, unencumbered (State of Employment) License as a Registered Nurse.

Required within 30 days of hire:
National Provider BLS – American Heart Association (Vendor Managed).Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of…