Hospice RN Case Manager

Description: We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice RN Case Manager to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive end-of-life care, coordinate patient-centered plans, and support families during a critical time. Responsibilities include managing a caseload of hospice patients, performing clinical assessments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with care standards. The ideal candidate is a licensed RN with strong clinical skills, hospice or palliative care experience, and a deep commitment to patient dignity and comfort. Schedule: Full-time, Weekdays 8:30 AM - 5 PM, Occasional On-Call Weeknight and Weekend Shifts Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify healthcare needs, develop individualized care plans, and update plans as needed. • Provide skilled nursing care, including pain and symptom management, medication administration, and patient education, in accordance with the care plan and physician orders. • Coordinate and supervise the activities of hospice aides and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care. • Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team to update them on patient progress, discuss treatment plans, and address any concerns. • Monitor patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, ensuring their comfort and dignity during end-of-life care. • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care strategies that align with patients' wishes and goals. • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, documentation requirements, and facility policies and procedures related to hospice care. • Provide bereavement support and resources to patients' families and caregivers as needed. • Participate in team meetings to discuss patient care plans, progress, and any barriers to achieving patient goals. • Perform all other duties assigned by the Hospice Director or designated supervisor. Requirements: Job Qualifications: • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. • 1 year of experience as an RN in a hospice or related healthcare setting preferred. • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits. • Current CPR certification. • Knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines governing hospice care and documentation. • Demonstrated commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting. • Experience with electronic medical record systems and documentation preferred. Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift and transfer patients, as well as carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. • Capable of prolonged standing, bending, squatting, and walking during home visits. • Fine motor skills for documentation and administering treatments. • Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations. • Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager. • Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations. • The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing. • Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting of patients. • Manual dexterity, finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination required. • Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds or more. • Corrected vision and hearing within normal range. • Possible stressful working conditions or irregular hours due to the nature of the job and the health stage the patient is in. • Exposure to communicable diseases. • Must have a current driver’s license and ability to drive to and access patients' homes. Benefits: • Mileage Reimbursement • 401(k) • Percentage of 401(k) matched by company • Health, Dental, Vision insurance • Life and Disability insurance • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Option • Paid time off • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Discounts on auto, home, and pet insurance #RNLPNAZ